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Dog of the Week: Lou
LOU, 6-9-26, male catahoula mx, ~2-3yo, 55#, FOUND on SR681 near Fox Lake & SR356, Athens Lou is a 3 year old male Catahoula Leopard mix that effortlessly pairs sports-car athleticism with a laid-back attitude. He’s lean, muscular and highly intelligent – especially when treats are involved (his sit is perfection). While in the shelter,…
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Cat of the Week: Gale
Gale, female, 1 year old Gale is a sweet girl that, while always down for a good belly rub and cuddle, has a playful side that sends her into a blitz of adorable bounding. She would do well with some furry friends, but at the very least, some fun toys and a solid runway will leave…
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Civic and Community Club Meetings for the week of July 20, 2026
Monday, July 20 9:30 a.m.: Open Play, for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. The Nest, 217 Columbus Road, Athens. Tuesday, July 21 Noon: Peer-to-Peer Recovery Support Meeting, open to all walks of recovery. Athens City-County Health Department, 278 W. Union St., Athens. 5 p.m.: Athens County Suicide Prevention Coalition Survivor Support Group, Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare: 100…
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Public Meetings for the week of July 20, 2026
Send meeting notices to info@athensindependent.com by noon on Fridays for inclusion in Monday’s Bulletin Board. All meetings are in-person only unless otherwise noted. Monday, July 20 5 p.m.: Athens County Veteran Service Commission, 88 N. Plains Road, Suite 102, The Plains. 5 p.m.: Rome Township Board of Trustees, Rome Township Building, 8708 SR 144, Stewart. …
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Dog of the Week: Martin
Martin is a 3-year-old hound/terrier mix whose love tank must remain full at all times.
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Cat of the Week: Fern
Meet Fern, a beautiful brown tabby with a big personality and an even bigger heart! At around 2 years old, she’s searching for the forever home she deserves.
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Civic and Community Club Meetings for the week of July 13, 2026
Monday, July 13 9:30 a.m.: Open Play, for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. The Nest, 217 Columbus Road, Athens. 5 p.m.: Athens Civitan Club, The Plains Community Park Building, 65 Connett Road, The Plains. 6 p.m.: We Don’t Care Club, focused on menopause, exploring current laws, court cases, workplace rights. The Nest, 217 Columbus Road, Athens.…
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Public Meetings for the week of July 13, 2026 (Updated)
Send meeting notices to info@athensindependent.com by noon on Fridays for inclusion in Monday’s Bulletin Board. All meetings are in-person only unless otherwise noted. Monday, July 13 4:30 p.m.: Le-Ax Water District Board of Directors, Le-Ax Water Office, 6000 Industrial Drive, Athens. 5:30 p.m.: Chauncey Village Council, special meeting, Chauncey Village Hall, 42 Converse St., Chauncey.…
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Dog of the Week: Mella
MELLA, 5-9-25, spayed. terrier mx, ~2yo, 49#, SEIZED And now, ladies and gentlemen, the Keeper of the Keys, the Mistress of Mutts, and the First Lady of Windy Ridge Kennel, Mella. Mella is a two-year-old female terrier mix who was seized from a filthy trailer along with Martin, Axel, Petey and ten cats. While Mella…
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Cat of the Week: Coco
Meet Coco! Coco is a 9-week-old sweetheart with a story that started high above the ground. She and her siblings were rescued from a tree on campus when they were only about 2 weeks old. From the very beginning, Coco proved to be an easy, lovable kitten, making life a breeze for her foster family.…