Letters to the Editor Archives – Athens County Independent

Letters to the Editor

Do you have a letter to the editor you’d like to share? Please submit them here by selecting “Letters to the Editor” on the drop down. Or, email them to info@athensindependent.com.

All letters must include your physical address for verification (only the town name will be published).

Please review our Commentary Policy before submitting.

This bill jeopardizes absentee ballot voting in Athens County

By Natalie Johnson & Debbie Schmieding ● Letters to the Editor ● December 2, 2025

There are many harmful provisions in SB 293, which unnecessarily requires absentee ballots to be received on election day.

Latest in Letters to the Editor

Athens County, let’s work together to feed our neighbors

By Kerry Pigman ● Letters to the Editor ● November 6, 2025

We are strongest when we act together, when we recognize each other’s humanity, and when we lead with gratitude, generosity, and kindness.

We alumni are honored to have learned from professor Tom Hayes

By Angela Vargos ● Letters to the Editor ● October 23, 2025

It’s time OU exhibits the same courage, resolve and moral integrity shown by Hayes, who was unjustly removed from teaching this semester as a result of his participation in the Freedom Flotilla Coalition.

Don’t fall victim to voter suppression tactics in our state

By Birch Moonwoman ● Letters to the Editor ● October 22, 2025

Push back by supporting voting power: check to see that you are registered and have an acceptable ID.

The proposed Conestoga hut location won’t damage our community

By David Hartinger ● Letters to the Editor ● October 19, 2025

I know the ins and outs of my hometown. I feel that the proposal will help give a hand up instead of a handout for the homeless community members.

Facts matter, especially regarding the proposed Conestoga huts

By Rob Delach ● Letters to the Editor ● October 17, 2025

A felony conviction alone does not automatically bar someone from receiving basic shelter or support — just as it doesn’t disqualify someone from running for or serving as U.S. President.

Concerns about tents and huts should be heard

By Jack Stauffer ● Letters to the Editor ● October 16, 2025

Common sense decision making doesn’t mean we don’t care, it means we do care.

The “radical left” are actually neighbors, asking for peace

By John Henning ● Letters to the Editor ● October 9, 2025

I think Trump and Miller’s characterization of the radical left is too narrow. What they really mean is, anyone who dares disagree with them.

Letter off-base on local residents, risks

By Glenn Newman ● Letters to the Editor ● October 9, 2025

I benefit from the products oil and gas provide, just like anyone else. But I can live without oil and gas. I cannot live without clean water. For the writer to reframe this issue as an attack on energy or as the work of “radical outsiders” is dishonest.