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Utility pole replacement traffic interruptions in Nelsonville in place May 10–Nov. 30, 2026
The work will cause traffic interruptions along around work areas.
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Survivor advocacy org seeks to add defendants to lawsuit
The Survivor Advocacy Outreach Program has asked to amend a lawsuit to include another former employee and other parties.
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Photo of the Week: May 5, 2026
The new Coonskin Library and Museum opened in Amesville on May 5, showcasing objects from the historic village library established in 1804.
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Audit released May 7, 2026
ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio – The Ohio Auditor of State released the following audits May 7, 2026: Bern Township1/1/2024 TO 12/31/2025 Basic Audit Tri-County Career Center7/1/2024 TO 6/30/2025 Financial Audit FFR City of AthensOhio Public Employees Retirement System Census Data Examination1/1/2025 TO 12/31/2025 OPERS Examination
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Gwyn Scott
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, May 1, at 1 p.m. at St. Paul’s Catholic Church.
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Photo gallery: ‘The SpongeBob Musical’
The musical, which is youth-driven, comes to the stage at Stuart’s Opera House May 8–10.
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Nancy Russell
A memorial service will be held at noon Thursdaym May 28, 2026, at the Taylor Ridge Church of Christ.
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Uptown park damaged by city utility project
The park will require “comprehensive restoration,” Athens City Council member Alan Swank, 4th Ward, said Monday.
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Thrift store celebrates 50 years of fostering community
Since opening in Athens in 1976, New to You has retained affordability while supporting foster youth.
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Primary election issues to be decided by provisional ballots
Levy issues, including the city of Athens income tax, cannot be decided until provisional ballots have been counted.
