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Baileys Trail org in jeopardy
A bill awaiting the governor’s signature would strip at least $750,000 in state funding from the council that manages the Baileys Trail System.
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Cat of the Week: Purr Monster
As you may have guessed, she never stops purring and she is so loud!
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Dow Lake and Lake Hope among the cleanest lakes in Ohio
Tests done by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources show that local lakes in state parks have high water quality.
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Public Meetings for the week of June 16, 2026 (Updated)
Send meeting notices to info@athensindependent.com by noon on Fridays for inclusion in Monday’s Bulletin Board. All meetings are in-person only unless otherwise noted. Monday, June 15 5 p.m.: Athens County Veteran Service Commission, 88 N. Plains Road, Suite 102, The Plains. 6 p.m.: York Township Board of Trustees, York Township Fire Department, 15255 Elm Rock…
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Ongoing traffic in Athens County: week of June 16, 2026
The traffic report for Athens County this week.
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SE Ohio Foodbank announces 2026 summer meal sites for children
Meals will be provided to all eligible children free of charge.
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3rd Annual UpCycle Fest scheduled for July 25, 2026
Keep your eyes peeled for featured activities & artists!
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Nelsonville Community Picnic on the Public Square to be held Sunday, July 5, 2026
Watch for more further announcements and details coming soon.
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City seeks applicants for Athens Municipal Arts Commission
There are currently two open Commissioner seats.
