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Athens honors late tavern owner Tony Sylvester (Updated)
The community turned out to pay their respects and show gratitude for his impact on their lives.
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How Avery’s Law affects Athens County dogs
The law expands the powers of the court system and county dog wardens when dealing with “dangerous” and “vicious” dogs.
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Chery Lowry
Family and friends may call Jagers & Sons Funeral Home in Athens from 4-6 p.m. Friday, April 17.
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Noise ordinance in Athens needs an update
In Athens, since January there have been zero noise ordinance violations charged.
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Switched without consent: Electricity bill scams explained
Slamming scams switch customers’ energy providers without their consent, driving up bills and exposing private information.
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Austin Powder accident could have been ‘catastrophic’
An OSHA investigation found that known safety issues at the Vinton County plant led to the June 2025 chemical release.
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Wellness Watch: Getting active again
Aim for consistency and continuity so that physical activity becomes a habit and not a chore.
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Reel Talk: Boots Riley keeps it surreal
In light of his second feature film, a look back at Riley’s previous works, “Sorry to Bother You” and “I’m a Virgo.”
