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Local businesses, individuals kept food coming during SNAP pause
From free meals to mutual aid, Athens County made sure no one went hungry despite a pause in federal food assistance.
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Specialized maps and guides make it easy to reduce, reuse and recycle
The Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District and the Southeast Ohio Recycling Terminal can help you find a place for stuff you can’t use or don’t want.
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Holidays in the hills: 2025 winter events in Athens County (Updated)
Enjoy outdoor festivals, holiday parties, food-focused fun, and events just for the kids.
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Athens County rolls out the red, white and blue carpet for veterans (Updated)
We’ve put together a list of events celebrating veterans plus discounts and freebies for those who served.
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Athens County voters approve countywide levies, sales tax
Trimble voters also narrowly approved an earned income tax to support the district amid its fiscal emergency.
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Athens County 2025 general election results
View the complete, unofficial election results from the Athens County Board of Elections.
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Where SNAP beneficiaries can get food (Updated)
Food pantries, community dinners and take-home meals are available across the county, seven days a week.
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Athens County voters face a variety of election issues this November
Local agencies and governments want voters to renew or replace tax levies; several precincts have liquor options as well.
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What to know about Athens County’s township trustee elections
Competitive elections will take place this year in Ames, Carthage, Dover, and Rome Township.
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Federal, state spending cuts force tough local choices
Area organizations worry about their ability to maintain vital services following funding cutbacks and clawbacks.