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Diversity in journalism revenue streams: a reality check
The Athens County Independent is a signatory on this letter from the Rural News Network urging philanthropic organizations to direct more support to rural newsrooms.
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Where to find cooling centers in Athens County during June’s extreme heat (Updated)
Extreme heat is underway in the region, with a National Weather Service advisory warning in place until 8 p.m. Thursday, June 26.
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The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings, June 23–30, 2025 (Updated)
Public meetings for the week of June 23, 2025.
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Sara Lou (Roberts) Green
ATHENS, Ohio –– Sara Lou (Roberts) Green, 92, of Athens, Ohio, passed away on June 18, 2025 at her home. Sara was born March 16, 1933 to Lola Ester (Kennard) Roberts and Delmer A. Roberts in Morgan County, Ohio. Sara was preceded in death by her parents and her husband John (Jack) Green as well…
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Patricia A. Holbert
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday June 25, 2025, at the Glouster Church of Christ with Greg Holbert and Terry Holbert officiating.
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Lynette Lowry
A memorial graveside service will be held at New Marshfield Cemetery at a later date.
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Firefighter safety and solidarity to be prioritized at wellness event
The 2025 Firefighter Safety Stand Down is a national effort to raise awareness of mental health issues, giving emergency responders space to “breathe, heal, and reconnect” among peers.
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Athens council approves final payment for Stimson fire station
Council member Michael Wood abstained on first vote in protest of the inclusion of $210,000 for add-ons that weren’t submitted to council for approval.
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Few answers about what went wrong at Austin Powder factory
The company has a history of safety violations, including several at the Vinton County plant that released a cloud of toxic gas last week.
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Athens council approves $5M for public safety training facility
In its last meeting before a summer recess, the council passed several ordinances on third readings.
