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Athens Metropolitan Housing Authority sells former director’s home
Proceeds from the sale will go toward the $2.3 million the agency is owed by Jodi Rickard.
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Committee recommends taking Nelsonville charter issue to supreme court
City council may consider that question Dec. 9, as well as whether to create a citizens’ commission to implement Issue 23.
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Elections director engaged in nepotism, Ohio Ethics Commission said
The 2022 settlement with Debra Quivey is the only Athens County OEC investigation that resulted in a settlement over the past five years.
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Local craftspeople offer free repair and education at Saturday’s Fix It Fest
See how to repair everyday items — from small engines to lost buttons on a shirt — rather than throwing them away and buying new ones.
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My Sister’s Paws provides shelter for women and their pets
The program helps survivors of domestic violence overcome a common barrier to seeking shelter: not wanting to leave pets behind.
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Athens City Council tables 2025 budget ordinance; income tax hike moves forward
Questions about projected revenue halted progress on the budget, while administration absences prevented a possible amendment to the proposed income tax hike.
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Dog of the Week: Samuel Winchester
10-5-24, male GSD mix, ~10-12mo, 26#, FOUND w/Dean on Goose Run Rd, Glouster.
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Dewey F. King
Funeral service will be conducted Friday at 1:00 p.m. at Jagers & Sons Funeral Home, Athens with burial in Burson Cemetery, Shade. Friends may call Thursday 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home.


