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Incumbent commissioner, Nelsonville city auditor take county offices
Only two local offices were contested; multiple Democratic incumbents coasted to victory unopposed on Tuesday night.
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County employee under investigation after press conference appearance
An Athens County EMS employee — now on leave — spoke about working conditions at an Oct. 24 press conference organized by independent county commissioner candidate Jon Rose.
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Commissioners split on outdoor rec council; city likely to renew support
A reduction in Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia membership fees has revived the question of 2024 support – but the county seems unlikely to pay amid budgetary and “personality” issues.
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For the good of democracy, Athens Dems need to stop playing politics
For as long as most of us can remember, that power in Athens County has lain with the Democratic Party. After every general election, local Dems proudly point to the little blue dot in a sea of red on maps showing election results. The Athens County Republican Party, on the other hand, is essentially nonexistent…
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Democrats questioned signers of candidate petition challenging Adkins (Updated)
Although candidate petitions are public record and it’s legal to contact signatories, backers of Jon Rose said the queries felt intrusive and discouraging.
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Commissioners candidates talk county issues at voter forum
Incumbent Charlie Adkins and political newcomer Jon Rose addressed Athens County voters at a forum on Sept. 24.
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Proposed parcel fee for solid waste fails (Updated)
The decision kills that proposed funding option for the next 15 years, as well as the district’s plans to purchase the Athens-Hocking Recycling Centers’ property and facilities at 5991 Industrial Drive in Athens.
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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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Board of elections certifies independent candidate for commissioners race
Independent candidate Jon Rose will compete against Democratic incumbent Charlie Adkins for Athens County Commissioner.
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Council of governments for waste services forms
The Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District and village of Amesville are the founding members of the Southeast Ohio Recycling Terminal COG.
