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Smith resigns from Nelsonville City Council
The council on Monday night also replaced its law director.
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Athens resident appointed to state opioid settlement distribution board
Ron Luce will represent six counties, including Athens, on the OneOhio Recovery Foundation Board.
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Greg Smith set to leave Nelsonville council following settlement
Smith told the Independent Monday night that he plans to resign from council soon — once and for all — due to his health.
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Gov. DeWine tours East Elementary as part of ‘ReadOhio’ initiative
Gov. Mike DeWine visited Athens on Feb. 1, visiting two East Elementary School classrooms as part of his “ReadOhio” initiative.
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Ohio restricts transgender rights
Here’s how Athens County schools and healthcare providers are responding.
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Meet the candidates for Ohio House District 95
An Athens woman will challenge the Republican primary winner in November.
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Meet Ari Faber, the Athens Democrat running for Ohio Senate
The United Campus Ministry outreach director will face the winner of the Republican primary in the general election.
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Meet the candidates for Ohio House District 94
The March 19 primary ballot includes two Athens County residents.
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Humane society advises improvements to Hocking College horse care
The Athens County Humane Society will follow up in 30 days, says Hocking is cooperating.
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County declines to renew ORCA commitment
The county believe it’s time for the Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia to stand on its own.
