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Audit released May 7, 2026
ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio – The Ohio Auditor of State released the following audits May 7, 2026: Bern Township1/1/2024 TO 12/31/2025 Basic Audit Tri-County Career Center7/1/2024 TO 6/30/2025 Financial Audit FFR City of AthensOhio Public Employees Retirement System Census Data Examination1/1/2025 TO 12/31/2025 OPERS Examination
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Uptown park damaged by city utility project
The park will require “comprehensive restoration,” Athens City Council member Alan Swank, 4th Ward, said Monday.
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Thrift store celebrates 50 years of fostering community
Since opening in Athens in 1976, New to You has retained affordability while supporting foster youth.
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Primary election issues to be decided by provisional ballots
Levy issues, including the city of Athens income tax, cannot be decided until provisional ballots have been counted.
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Uptown streetscape and utility relocation project public meeting scheduled for May 19, 2026
The purpose is to discuss the project and proposed improvements with the community, answer questions, and gather community input.
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Shared-use path will connect bikeway to State Route 682
Local governments will pay only about 2% of the estimated $1.7 million needed to complete the project.
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The Scoop News Roundup May 5, 2026
Local The Nelsonville Aquatic Center has been closed due to structural deficiencies, according to city officials. (The Athens Messenger) Heather Rockwell, fiscal officer for the Village of Jacksonville, has been recognized for her work managing the village’s financial systems and supporting local government operations. (Mayor’s Partnership for Progress) Republic of Athens Records in Athens is…
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3rd Annual Athens Porchfest scheduled for May 15-17, 2026
The festival showcases the incredible wealth of local musical talent from Athens and the surrounding region.
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Audit released April 21, 2026
Ohio Auditor of State released a Trimble Local School District audit April 21, 2026.
