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Ohio Supreme Court revives a case that could determine the fate of Nelsonville’s rival governments
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A decision this week by the Ohio Supreme Court could end up determining which is the legitimate government in Nelsonville. Several courts have had opportunities to resolve the issue of Nelsonville’s rival governments, but so far none have done so. The city is in this highly unusual situation because two years…
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Athens reveals flood mitigation measures
The measures include portable flood barriers and reimbursements for installing backflow prevention units, Mayor Steve Patterson said.
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Coolville council fires fiscal officer
The council fired Tim Clegg after Mayor Tiffany Rife Oman said she found checks, cash and unopened mail in Clegg’s desk.
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Commissioner candidates discuss views at forum
Democrat Autumn Brown and Republican Sarah Smith shared their thoughts at a forum sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Athens County.
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2026 Ohio general election includes governor, Senate races
Athens County will cast votes in November to elect a new state senator, governor, attorney general, secretary of state, auditor and treasurer, and supreme court justices.
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Perpetrators sentenced in Athens cyber theft
The city shared its victim impact statement and details on the federal case.
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Geotechnical testing for Nelsonville pool will cost $6k
At its Monday meeting, the charter council discussed the study that would determine if ‘voids’ below the pool will prevent rebuilding.
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Nelsonville statutory council fills open seat
Leanna Potts is the newest member to join the council, which met Tuesday at Hocking College.
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Nelsonville to raise awareness of youth curfews
Police Sgt. Matt Greeno discussed communication strategies with the charter government’s Police & Fire Committee Sept. 21.
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Nelsonville charter council appoints new prosecutor
At a special meeting Sept. 10, the council appointed City Law Director John Haseley to succeed former prosecutor Daniel Picketts.