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Chauncey keeps LGBTQ renter protections, repeals Palestine resolution
Mayor Frank Campbell called for order during the meeting three times after tense arguments between members of the public and council.
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Athens City Council recently adopted ordinances: June 8, 2026
Athens City Council recently adopted these ordinances.
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Appellate court doesn’t rule on Nelsonville governments (Updated)
Citing a lack of jurisdiction, the court said it couldn’t decide which government rules because of a tangential legal question.
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Athens council discusses sidewalks, streets and celebrations (Updated)
Mayor Steve Patterson touted improvements to accessibility and streets during his tenure. The city will pay $7k for a July 4 party Uptown.
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Athens City Council recently adopted ordinances: June 1, 2026
ATHENS, Ohio – Ordinances adopted 06/01/26 posted to website 06/02/26 through 06/16/26. FULL TEXT 0-44-26 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ATHENS CITY CODE, TITLE 3, ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS, SECTION 3.07.50, ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ATHENS MUNICIPAL ARTS COMMISSION. ADOPTED 6/1/26 0-62-26 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION AND ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE OHIO DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AGENCY FOR ANY ELIGIBLE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT…
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JFS to sell Nelsonville building
NELSONVILLE, Ohio — Athens County Department of Job and Family Services announced this week that the county will sell the building that houses its resource center in Nelsonville. The Athens County Community Cares Resource Center is located at 10 W. Washington St in Nelsonville and provides a walk-in option for individuals to access resources from…
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Athens planning local conservation cemetery
The cemetery would allow natural burials within city limits while supporting land conservation.
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Athens training center nears completion
The regional facility will offer training opportunities for firefighters and other first responders.
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Council discusses playground equipment, America 250 celebration (Updated)
Athens City Council continued to discuss replacing and renovating playground equipment at its meeting Monday.
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Hecht retires as Athens City Auditor
City Treasurer Josh Thomas will serve as auditor until a permanent replacement is appointed by the Athens County Democratic Party.
