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Understanding the Electoral College, and how states elect the president
Under the Electoral College system, more weight is given to a single vote in a small state than to the vote of someone in a large state.
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Nelsonville auditor’s report spurs code enforcement, election discussion
Nelsonville City Council discussed code enforcement on vacant properties and the allocation of several funds from the auditor’s report at Monday night’s meeting.
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County employee under investigation after press conference appearance
An Athens County EMS employee — now on leave — spoke about working conditions at an Oct. 24 press conference organized by independent county commissioner candidate Jon Rose.
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Commissioners split on outdoor rec council; city likely to renew support
A reduction in Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia membership fees has revived the question of 2024 support – but the county seems unlikely to pay amid budgetary and “personality” issues.
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Jones, McCarey talk issues for District 95
A lowkey forum earlier this month featured a polite discussion between the candidates.
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Mayor’s zoning board reappointee resigns amid controversy (Updated)
Weeks of controversy have surrounded the mayor’s attempted reappointment of an Athens landlord to the Board of Zoning appeals.
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Ohio Senator may face lawsuit over injection well issues
An oil and gas producer settled with the state for cleanup costs associated with environmental damages caused partly by Ohio Senator Brian Chavez’s injection well company. The producer is now weighing a lawsuit against Chavez’s company.
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Democrats questioned signers of candidate petition challenging Adkins (Updated)
Although candidate petitions are public record and it’s legal to contact signatories, backers of Jon Rose said the queries felt intrusive and discouraging.
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District’s new solid waste management plan increases fees to maintain programs
The Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District is in the process of seeking approval from 41 political subdivisions in Athens and Hocking counties for its updated waste management plan.
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Commissioners candidates talk county issues at voter forum
Incumbent Charlie Adkins and political newcomer Jon Rose addressed Athens County voters at a forum on Sept. 24.
