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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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Nelsonville TV Cable customers face new choices
The local company prepares to transition operations to Spectrum after 74 years in business.
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Photo gallery: 2026 Athens Pride Fest
The Independent captured moments from the 2026 Athens Pride Fest parade and street fair.
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Photo gallery: Southeast Ohio Fibershed Meetup 2026
The Hocking Hills Garment Center hosted a meetup with the Southeast Ohio Fibershed to educate the public about the local textile community.
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Local fire departments plan for electric vehicle fires
Electric vehicles and many household devices contain lithium ion batteries, which can cause “runaway fires” when damaged.
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Photo of the Week: May 13, 2025
“Fort Gower,” a painting by Stewart resident Charles Byron, is now display at the Federal Valley Resource Center.
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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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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.
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Shared-use path will connect bikeway to State Route 682
Local governments will pay only about 2% of the estimated $1.7 million needed to complete the project.
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New polling locations for 2026 elections
The Athens County Board of Elections consolidated precincts and moved precincts to new voting locations to better use public funds.
