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Smith resigns from Nelsonville City Council
The council on Monday night also replaced its law director.
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Nelsonville auditor running for county treasurer
Incumbent Ric Wasserman has endorsed the Nelsonville auditor’s opponent in the county’s only contested Democratic Party primary election.
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Athens Law Dept. advises city council against Gaza ceasefire resolution
At least one member thinks the council should pass a resolution anyway. Local residents crowded city council Monday, prompting the discussion.
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Greg Smith set to leave Nelsonville council following settlement
Smith told the Independent Monday night that he plans to resign from council soon — once and for all — due to his health.
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Chauncey mayor kept out of county commissioner race
Incumbent Charlie Adkins now faces no opposition in primary or general elections.
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Ohio restricts transgender rights
Here’s how Athens County schools and healthcare providers are responding.
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Meet the candidates for Ohio House District 95
An Athens woman will challenge the Republican primary winner in November.
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Meet Ari Faber, the Athens Democrat running for Ohio Senate
The United Campus Ministry outreach director will face the winner of the Republican primary in the general election.
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Athens responds to lawsuit over plastic bag ban
The city estimates 85 to 90% of Athens stores and vendors have complied with its ban on single-use plastic bags.
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Meet the candidates for Ohio House District 94
The March 19 primary ballot includes two Athens County residents.
