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Officials eye solid waste solution as nonprofit shrinks operations
Athens’ contract with Rumpke could kill Athens-Hocking Recycling Centers, Inc. A council of governments could offer a solution to keep waste hauling in local hands.
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Athens left out of passenger rail expansion, for now
Funding recently awarded to develop passenger rail between major Ohio cities could lay the groundwork for a future Columbus-Athens route.
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City effort pays off for park pond — and city gardeners
Sediment from Sells Park pond is available at no charge.
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Nelsonville council’s four-time removed member becomes its president
Greg Smith will serve as council president and Rita Nguyen as vice president.
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Alexander eyes second try at income tax renewal
The tax, which expires in 2024, generated $2.2 million for the district in the 2022–23 tax year.
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Beth Clodfelter enters county treasurer race; Wasserman will not run again
Beth Clodfelter, who recently was elected to Athens City Council, has announced her candidacy for Athens County Treasurer in the 2024 election.
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Tolliver appointed permanent Nelsonville Police Department chief
After serving as interim police chief for nearly a year, Devon Tolliver is now permanent chief of the Nelsonville City Police Department. Plus, updates on the city’s proposed dog park.
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Athens County state reps mum on response to state Issues 1 and 2
As Ohio Republicans respond to the passage of state ballot issues on abortion and marijuana, Athens County state reps are staying quiet.
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Complete results of Nov. 7, 2023, general election
Athens County saw one of its highest off-year election turnouts in the 21st century on Tuesday, with 47.03% of registered voters participating.
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Athens County overwhelmingly approves state abortion, marijuana issues
Athens County approved both issues with among the widest margins in the state.
