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Athens council responds to controversial gubernatorial ad
A resolution advanced in Athens City Council this week condemning “the exploitation of childhood abuse for political gain.”
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Athens council member arrested for alleged assault
John Staser’s council seat will not be impacted by his arrest, the city law director said.
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Nelsonville recall set for May 2027
As courts ponder which is the rightful city government, the statutory council wants voters to unseat the charter council.
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Athens sewer rates to increase 4% in 2027
Athens City Council decided to raise rates for only one year, instead of a proposed recurring multi-year increase plan.
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Fourth District Court of Appeals candidates discuss credentials
Athens County Municipal Judge Todd L. Grace and Pickaway County Prosecutor Jayme Fountain are vying for the vacant appellate seat.
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Members of Nelsonville City Council, residents call for charter council president’s resignation
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – Three members of Nelsonville City Council and two community members called for council president, Cameron Peck, to resign over his communications with residents. During citizens’ comments at the charter council’s Wednesday meeting, resident Lori Crook was one who expressed concern over what she described as “erratic, volatile, threatening, unethical, and…
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Statutory group pursues recall of charter council
The group who operate as a statutory council is seeking to recall offices for the council who meets at city hall.
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Athens’ share of county property tax to rise 12%
The allocation set by the county budget commission represents about 6% of the city’s expected general fund revenue in 2027.
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Candidate Q&A: Paul Cameron and Ohio House District 95
Democratic candidate Paul Cameron, of St. Clairsville, is running against Republican incumbent Ty Moore in the 2026 general election.
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Candidate Q&A: Ty Moore and Ohio House District 95
Incumbent Ty Moore, a Republican representing Caldwell, is seeking reelection and faces challenger Paul Cameron.