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Proposed parcel fee is a good thing for Athens city residents, too
The alternative is raising rates for haulers, which could drive some out of business — giving Rumpke a monopoly in solid waste countywide.
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Parcel fee proposal is a win for everyone
The parcel fee is the only reliable source of income to reduce the amount of trash going to landfills, as mandated by Ohio law.
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“Life” includes children born through IVF, too
Republicans in at least 13 states are proposing bills that would make IVF illegal. They would prevent these babies from existing at all.
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Communication continues to bedevil Athens administration
The city’s unwillingness to provide information continues to cause confusion about road work on Athens’ west side.
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Edwards among those who opposed putting Biden on the ballot
Yes, the state representative for our area thought that his constituents should not have the opportunity to vote for our president.
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Make a commitment to Athens County
Where we see commitment, we see change. The more people participating and engaging, the more progress the county makes. It’s a very simple formula, but a very big idea. The Athens County Foundation believes that everyone has something to contribute to the county, and every contribution is essential.
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We can rid Ohio of gerrymandering
Gerrymandering, the reshaping of voting districts to unfairly favor one party, is an obstacle to fair representation for Ohio citizens. Our state is alarmingly gerrymandered.
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Friendship forged in adversity yields legacy for Appalachian Ohio
Terry Anderson and Father Lawrence Martin Jenco were hostages in Lebanon in 1985. Their friendship has had a lasting impact on southeast Ohio.
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City has no excuse for not publicizing Memorial Day events
The city of Athens has plenty of promotional channels, so why doesn’t it promote the Memorial Day parade and service?
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Provisions in draft farm bill weaken hunger programs
New changes in the bill erode support for federal nutrition programs that help millions of people access the food they need to thrive.
