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Paper Circle closes Nelsonville location, looks towards new chapter at proposed museum
The Nelsonville studio will close Monday, June 30, but its legacy may live on in a proposed museum celebrating paper making and printing.
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Tattoo Motel fosters queer community in Athens
The tattoo shop on Richland Avenue ensures that both artists and clients have a place to express themselves without fear.
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Dover Township community members join to restore park
Millfield Community Park has been in desperate need of repairs for decades, community members are now spending their own time and money to give their children a place to play.
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Chauncey sewer project expected to be complete by July
After decades of disrepair, Chauncey’s sewer system is finally getting an upgrade. The village expects to make further infrastructure improvements soon.
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How to run for local elections in Ohio this year
The primary and general elections for local office in Ohio are coming up, here is some information on how to run.
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Elections director engaged in nepotism, Ohio Ethics Commission said
The 2022 settlement with Debra Quivey is the only Athens County OEC investigation that resulted in a settlement over the past five years.
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Business owner raises questions about Uptown street closures
Cool Digs owner Sara Quoia said that Uptown streets have been closed multiple times this year without council’s approval.
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Athens City Council OKs amended cannabis and tobacco zoning ordinance
Mayor Steve Patterson’s ‘sense of urgency’ spurred the council to amend and pass the ordinance in one sitting, rather than send the ordinance back to first reading.
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Nelsonville Music Festival returns for 18th year
Nelsonville Music Festival welcomed attendees, artists and vendors from around the world for its 2024 festival.
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New Athens establishment The Side Bar fosters community through food and spirits
The Side Bar acts as a bar, restaurant and welcoming “third space” geared in part toward LGBTQ+ patrons.
