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Tattoo Motel fosters queer community in Athens
The tattoo shop on Richland Avenue ensures that both artists and clients have a place to express themselves without fear.
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Athens Bread Company combines sustainability, charity
The artisanal bakery partners with local organizations to reduce food waste and provide sustenance to those facing food insecurity.
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Florence Creamery celebrates 100th year of operation
Milk production started in 1925 at the family farm in Parkersburg, West Virginia.
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Growing Chesterhill Produce Auction has been a two-decade labor of love
Thanks to investments made since 2005, farmers in southeast Ohio have been able to sell their produce directly to residents.
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Returning waste to mine among hurdles for Truetown treatment facility
Before a long-promised project to protect Sunday Creek from toxic mine discharge can come to fruition, the state must determine how to safely dispose of sludge left over from treatment.
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Residents, officials discuss small business challenges at town hall
The public forum encouraged discussion among Athens business owners, residents and officials.
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Community forum to address loss of Athens businesses
The event is a reaction to a rash of closings toward the end of 2024 as well as criticism of the city’s handling of construction and development projects.
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Rumpke undertaking expansion of Nelsonville landfill
The 4-acre expansion — which is visible from U.S. 33 and close to Scenic Lane — is part of a major upgrade of the facility.
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Drought relief funds pose challenge for local farmers
USDA drought relief funds have helped some Athens County farmers but have left some specialty growers behind
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Jackie O’s is selling its farm
Barrel Ridge Farm has been a key part of the Athens business for many years.
