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Dorothy Hall
Dorothy Hall, 96, of Reedsville, OH, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Arrangements for a graveside service will be announced at a later date.
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Judge temporarily blocks Ohio’s ban on healthcare for transgender youth
An Ohio court has issued a temporary restraining order halting a statewide ban on healthcare for transgender youth.
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Athens may approve recreation council membership, but lacks funds to pay
The council saw an ordinance to authorize the mayor to pay the $90,000 membership fee — when the money is available.
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Phyllis “Pauline” Autherson
Funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday, April 20, 2024 in the Ewing Funeral Home in Pomeroy with Les Hayman officiating. Burial will be in the Beech Grove Cemetery in Pomeroy. Visitation will be on Saturday from 11:00 AM till noon at the Ewing Funeral Home.
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Chauncey passes ‘pay to stay’ tenant protections
Also, council again debated protections for LGBTQ+ residents, as well as a resolution for a ceasefire in Palestine.
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Mary Kathryn Elizabeth Shaner
Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday April 23, 2024, at the Morrison Funeral Chapel, Glouster-Bishopville with Jerry Marang officiating. Interment will be in the Maplewood Cemetery, Glouster. Visitation will take place on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
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Athens remains unsure about joining effort to prevent recycling center closure
Athens City Council weighed more opinions on whether or not to join a developing council of governments at last Wednesday, April 10’s council meeting.
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Home, Cooking: Sweet Roasted Carrots with Ramp Pesto and Olives
Ramps season is almost over, but you may still have time to make this garlicky ramp pesto — try it over sweet roasted carrots, garnished with salty olives.
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Barbara L. Shonborn
Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday April 20, 2024, at the Morrison Funeral Chapel, Glouster-Bishopville. Interment will be in the Maplewood Cemetery, Glouster. Visitation will take place on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
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Athens Friends Meeting urges end to wars in Ukraine, Gaza
We urge the U.S. government to promote immediate cease fires in both conflicts, followed by negotiations for lasting peace.
