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How Athens County collects household hazardous waste
Collecting household hazardous waste is a complicated process that relies upon public education and awareness. Often, the waste still winds up in the trash.
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Celebrating Independence Day in Athens County
Here’s what’s going on this Independence Day in Athens County, July 3–5.
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New public health board seeks to prevent deaths by suicide
Members of the new board will work to assess deaths by suicide in the county and develop future methods of prevention.
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Where to find cooling centers in Athens County during June’s extreme heat (Updated)
Extreme heat is underway in the region, with a National Weather Service advisory warning in place until 8 p.m. Thursday, June 26.
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Firefighter safety and solidarity to be prioritized at wellness event
The 2025 Firefighter Safety Stand Down is a national effort to raise awareness of mental health issues, giving emergency responders space to “breathe, heal, and reconnect” among peers.
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Local volunteer group sings to people ‘at the thresholds of life’
Threshold Singers of Appalachia has already sung for over 100 people since it was founded in 2023.
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Celebrating Pride Month in Athens County
All kinds of parties and events are being held in Athens County to get in the spirit.
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Local organizations lose AmeriCorps VISTA service members
The Trump administration cut funding for the program, intended to combat poverty by matching service members with community support and cultural organizations.
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County auditors hold property tax brief to discuss relief initiatives
The Ohio County Auditors Association met for a community briefing on proposed solutions for all-time high property taxes.
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Photo Gallery: Flooding across Athens County
Heavy rains led to flooding around the county last week.
