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Candidate forums let voters meet those seeking public office
The League of Women Voters strongly encourages voters to take this opportunity to learn as much as possible about the candidates.
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Housing crisis complicates local economic development efforts
The housing crisis hampers local economic development because it affects a wide variety of middle-income workers — the types of jobs most available here.
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How we approach elections at the Athens County Independent
We’re on a mission to empower community engagement, including participating in democracy. Here’s how that applies to our election coverage.
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Local governments need to support, expand Hocking River access
The river has huge potential as a tourism draw, but volunteer organizations can only do so much to develop this asset.
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Harris isn’t ‘dream candidate,’ but she’s the best pick in November
Harris won’t transform society, but having her in office will let us continue to fight for a truly just, peaceful and compassionate world.
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Ballot board distorts Citizens Not Politicians amendment
The Ohio Ballot Board’s text for Issue 1 includes lies, distortions that alarm and mislead, and dense language that seems intended to confuse voters.
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Conservatives don’t have a lock on virtue or family values
Many Republican politicians and pundits insist on riling up their base with cultural issues that are often inaccurate or totally made up.
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What we did wrong — and what we got right — in our library story
The Independent adores Athens County Public Libraries — but even beloved and successful public institutions are subject to scrutiny.
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Libraries welcome everyone — including LGBTQ+ community
The library can’t fully meet the expectations of each patron, but we can always try to ensure that there is something for everyone.
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Ridges New Community Authority is a pleasant surprise
This group of forward thinking, caring individuals offers a remarkable future for the historic assets on The Ridges.
