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For the good of democracy, Athens Dems need to stop playing politics

By Corinne Colbert ● Letter from the Editor ● October 24, 2024

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Grant can’t replace community support for local news

By Corinne Colbert ● Letter from the Editor ● October 18, 2024

The Indy was chosen to receive a nationally competitive grant — but please don’t think that we don’t need your support. We always will.

How we approach elections at the Athens County Independent

By Corinne Colbert ● Letter from the Editor ● September 11, 2024

We’re on a mission to empower community engagement, including participating in democracy. Here’s how that applies to our election coverage.

What we did wrong — and what we got right — in our library story

By Corinne Colbert ● Opinion ● August 13, 2024

The Independent adores Athens County Public Libraries — but even beloved and successful public institutions are subject to scrutiny.

Communication continues to bedevil Athens administration

By Corinne Colbert ● Letter from the Editor ● June 21, 2024

The city’s unwillingness to provide information continues to cause confusion about road work on Athens’ west side.

City has no excuse for not publicizing Memorial Day events

By Corinne Colbert ● Letter from the Editor ● May 30, 2024

The city of Athens has plenty of promotional channels, so why doesn’t it promote the Memorial Day parade and service?

A strong, vibrant community starts with you

By Corinne Colbert ● Letter from the Editor ● May 15, 2024

Our community comes together to support things that matter; the Independent is proof of that. Together, you are powerful … if you’re willing to act.

5,000 is a magic number

By Corinne Colbert ● Letter from the Editor ● May 9, 2024

When the Independent hits 5,000 subscribers, we’ll unlock $100,000 in cash and services from the News Startup Fund.

Nothing vicious or defamatory in emails to Athens officials

By Corinne Colbert ● Letter from the Editor ● April 12, 2024

Instead of scolding writers for less-than-charitable thoughts, officials should consider what led to those thoughts in the first place.

Make the most of Monday’s eclipse, even if it’s cloudy

By Corinne Colbert ● Letter from the Editor ● April 2, 2024

The upcoming solar eclipse is the last many of us will see, but even if it’s cloudy we can find wondrous things all around … if we take the time to look.