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Alexander schools cut gifted education programming, staff member
The decision to eliminate funding for a talented and gifted education coordinator followed voters’ refusal to renew a 1% income tax.
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Albany Independent Fair returns with fireworks, frog jump
The 131st annual fair will take place Sept. 17–21 and feature two new events.
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Village officials plan big for the future of Albany
Albany Village Council heard the first reading of the proposed resolution at its regular meeting May 21.
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Albany Village Council debates council member wages
Council members discussed how a $50 raise would affect the village’s budget and whether or not it would motivate younger people to join the village council.
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County residents share concerns with congressman’s staff in Albany (Updated)
Case workers with Rep. Troy Balderson’s office held office hours in Albany May 1. Many attendees were there to talk about policy, rather than seeking help accessing federal programs.
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Meet the Albany residents pardoned over J6
President Donald Trump pardoned Elijah and Loru Yazdani-Isfehani on Jan. 20.
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It’s the Great Pumpkin, Albany
Jim Llewellyn grew a 938-pound behemoth this year with the help of friends, family and fellow firefighters.
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Pawpaw eating contest winner passionate about the species
Mike Fisher won the contest this year, eating a pound of pawpaw pulp and cleaning 20 seeds faster than anyone else.
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Ohio Pawpaw Festival continues to grow
The Ohio Pawpaw Festival adds a new partner, a look at the best way to use the pawpaw in cooking and a glimpse at the future of the plant.

