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Athens veteran celebrates 100 years of life
An October ceremony honored Don Slagle, who served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II.
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Community dinners in Nelsonville revive beloved tradition
Nelsonville Community Dinners anticipates an influx of new attendees to its popular Sunday meals this winter.
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My Sister’s Place supports domestic violence survivors
The nonprofit offers shelter, counseling and support to survivors in Athens, Hocking and Vinton counties.
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Athens County rolls out the red, white and blue carpet for veterans (Updated)
We’ve put together a list of events celebrating veterans plus discounts and freebies for those who served.
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Dog of the Week: Chief
9-19-25, male german shepherd mix, ~1-2yo, 70#, FOUND w/Bitty on Mine Rd, Carbondale.
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Trimble, FedHock school boards get new faces (Updated)
Voters elected challengers running for seats in the Federal Hocking and Trimble Local school districts.
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Nelsonville elects mayor amid uncertain future
Nelsonville elected its first mayor since the 1990s — but whether newly elected officials get to serve remains uncertain.
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Athens County voters approve countywide levies, sales tax
Trimble voters also narrowly approved an earned income tax to support the district amid its fiscal emergency.
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Coolville, Chauncey and Glouster village mayors determined
The three mayoral races were among the only contested positions in Athens County 2025 general elections.

