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A strong, vibrant community starts with you
Our community comes together to support things that matter; the Independent is proof of that. Together, you are powerful … if you’re willing to act.
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5,000 is a magic number
When the Independent hits 5,000 subscribers, we’ll unlock $100,000 in cash and services from the News Startup Fund.
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Nothing vicious or defamatory in emails to Athens officials
Instead of scolding writers for less-than-charitable thoughts, officials should consider what led to those thoughts in the first place.
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With legal intervention, Nelsonville council functions again — for now
Former council member and president Rita Nguyen is not giving up her fight to remain on the body just yet.
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Behind the scenes of Athens’ (in)action toward council of governments for waste services
Records show dissatisfaction from the public about the city’s lack of progress toward joining a council of governments, and hesitancy from officials.
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Eclipse in Athens County won’t be total, but still spectacular
Monday’s solar eclipse is the last total eclipse to cross Ohio until 2099. Only a tiny sliver of the sun will be visible from Athens County.
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Clouds likely, but the eclipse will go on
Historically, April 8 tends to be cloudy. So instead of the moon swallowing the sun, we may see “dark like midnight.”
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The Indy guide to eclipse viewing
Yes, you will be able to see the eclipse from here! Use these tips and resources to help you make the most of this astronomical event
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Make the most of Monday’s eclipse, even if it’s cloudy
The upcoming solar eclipse is the last many of us will see, but even if it’s cloudy we can find wondrous things all around … if we take the time to look.
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Contested races — including U.S. Senate — spur huge GOP primary turnout
More than 95% of the county’s registered GOP voters cast ballots on Tuesday, the first since Athens County was split between two state House districts.
