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Proposed meter fine hike axed after business objections
Multiple Uptown business owners told the council that increasing parking meter fines would negatively impact employees and customers.
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Athens council talks flood mitigation plans
Business and homeowners told members of Athens City Council how flooding has affected their lives.
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Recall seeks to remove entire Nelsonville charter council
An effort is underway to recall the members of Nelsonville’s charter City Council, the latest move in a long-running dispute over who should run the city.
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Athens City Council recently adopted ordinances: Monday, Aug. 17, 2026
Athens City Council recently adopted these ordinances.
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Mayor: We’re taking action after Aug. 11 floods in Athens
On Monday, Mayor Steve Patterson explained how his administration is responding to last week’s flooding.
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Precinct and polling location changes for general election as of Aug. 12, 2026, third release
Notices have been mailed out to all registered voters in these precincts/polling locations.
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Board of elections sets issues for November ballot
The Athens County Board of Elections rejected three issues, including a ballot referendum on Nelsonville sewer rates.
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Athens City Council discusses annual sewer rate increase
Athens City Council Committee of the Whole discussed Monday city fees and penalties — including a proposed 4% increase in sewer rates, starting next year.
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Athens City Council recently adopted ordinances: Monday, Aug. 3, 2026
Athens City Council recently adopted these ordinances.
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Wayne fracking permits OK’d despite pending legal dispute
The same environmental assessment at issue in the dispute over the new permits underpins a lease sale planned for September.
