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Dog of the Week: Bud
Bud, 4-17-26, 4-25-26, male husky/shepherd mx, ~1-2yo, 52#, FOUND on St Rt 329, Amesville. Meet Bud, the Paul Newman of the Athens County Shelter Dogs. When you see Bud, you’re struck by his ocean blue eyes and leading-man charm. But the more you watch, the more you want to bring this handsome one-year-old-ish Husky/Shepherd mix…
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Cat of the Week: Etta
Meet Etta – female, 14 wks Etta is a sweet and playful 14 week old kitten with a big personality and an even bigger love for fun! She spends her days chasing toys, wrestling with her siblings, and exploring everything around her with curiosity and excitement. Etta is a happy girl who brings joy wherever…
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Public Meetings for the week of June 1, 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, June 1 8:30 a.m.: Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District, Athens County Community Cares Resource Center, 10 W. Washington St., Nelsonville. 9:30 a.m.: Athens County Board of Commissioners, Athens County Courthouse, 15…
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Civic and Community Club Meetings for the week of June 1, 2026
Monday, June 1 9:30 a.m.: Monday Morning Mingle, coffee, treats and conversation. First Mondays. Athens Community Center, 701 E. State St., Athens. 9:30 a.m.: Open Play, for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. The Nest, 217 Columbus Road, Athens. Tuesday, June 2 Noon: Peer-to-Peer Recovery Support Meeting, open to all walks of recovery. Athens City-County Health Department,…
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Dog of the Week: Salem
SALEM, 4-17-26, male mixed breed, 1-2yo, 72# FOUND near the intersection of SR 56 and Salem Rd, Athens. Baseball season is in full swing and Salem is ready to slide into your home and heart! Coming in at a strapping 72 pounds, Salem is a one-ish-year old terrier mix who’s ready to trade the shelter…
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Public Meetings for the week of May 25, 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, May 25 – Memorial Day Federal holiday; check with agencies for rescheduled meetings and cancelations. Tuesday, May 26 9:30 a.m.: Athens County Board of County Commissioners, Athens County Courthouse, 15 S.…
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Civic and Community Club Meetings for the week of May 25, 2026
Monday, May 25 5 p.m.: Athens Civitan Club, The Plains Community Park Building, 65 Connett Road, The Plains. Tuesday, May 26 9 a.m.: Senior Center, breakfast, coffee, internet, crafts, and more. Village Productions, 16 State St., Amesville. Noon: Peer-to-Peer Recovery Support Meeting, open to all walks of recovery. Athens City-County Health Department, 278 W. Union…
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Dog of the Week: Birch
BIRCH, 4-4-26, neutered terrier mx, ~1yo, 44#, FOUND near airport in Albany Birch is a one-ish-year-old male terrier mix. We suspect he’s a Gizmo cross, given his ridiculously adorable ears. Birch loves to (ear) wax poetical about the importance of treats in a dog’s diet. His dissertation focused on how peanut butter frisbees manage cortisol…
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Cat of the Week: Chicken
Meet Chicken – male, 3 years Chicken is a majestic feline who has absolutely no idea just how special he truly is. With his gentle nature and quiet charm, he may be a little shy at first, preferring to take his time getting comfortable. But with a bit of patience, he blossoms into an incredibly…
