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Public Meetings for the week of April 27, 2026
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, April 27 8:30 a.m.: Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District, Nelsonville City Hall, 211 Lake Hope Drive, Nelsonville. 6 p.m.: Athens-Hocking-Vinton Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health (317) Board, 7990 Dairy Lane, Athens,…
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Photo gallery: 2026 Nelsonville Tunnels to Towers 5K
The 2026 Tunnels to Towers 5K raised over $55,000 to support the families of veterans and first responders.
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County commissioner’s intimidation charge dismissed
The court dismissed Charlie Adkins’ intimidation charge without prejudice, meaning it could be brought again.
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OU students plead not guilty to protest charges
Students, community members and faculty turned out to support the students during and after their arraignments, calling their arrests unjust.
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Outdoor rec council moves forward after Athens’ withdrawal
At their first meeting since Athens’ withdrawal, ORCA board members expressed optimism for the council of government’s future.
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Don’t fall for the mayor’s performative Saturday bus ride appeal
We are being asked for a permanent tax increase today in exchange for a speculative promise three years down the line, writes Gabriel Spiezio.
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High Street closure for Friday, April 24, 2026
ATHENS, Ohio – The City of Athens announces that High Street will be closed on Friday April 24, 2026 between Washington Street and West State Street for pavement repair. Road will be closed from 8 A.M. until work is complete. Questions or concerns may be directed to the City of Athens Engineering and Public Works…
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Yes, Eris, Athens County has a housing problem
The Athens County Independent wants to cover this issue, and we have a plan — but it’s gonna take a village to make it happen.
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Local writer’s poetry captures Appalachia’s complexities
In her new poetry collection, writer and artist Bonnie Proudfoot explores perceptions of her ‘adopted place’ in Southeast Ohio.
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library sets up kids for literacy success
More than 2,100 kids in Athens County have completed the program since 2020.
