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CR 69 (Chase Road) closures in place until Friday, Oct. 31
The location will be between the intersections of Alexander Township Road 44 (Sandusky Road) and CR 17 (Fisher Road), from 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Monday through Friday, weather permitting.
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Athens County sees few contested city, village elections
The only contested city races are in Nelsonville; three villages have more than one candidate for mayor.
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Athens Conservancy establishes Joy Valley Nature Preserve (Updated)
The Joy Valley Nature Preserve is the result of a 2,973-acre donation from Betty Lowe.
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Athens County Treasurer declines to renew $300,000 in Israeli bonds
Taylor Sappington said the move was apolitical; he also opted not to renew $1 million in domestic government debt maturity.
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What to do in Athens County this fall (Updated)
Local autumn events this year include pumpkin carving, Octoberfest, and fungi festival.
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Athens Area Stand Down to meet needs for veterans, unhoused people
The volunteer-led event aims to connect attendees with essentials, community, and support.
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Integrated Services supports mental health, housing services
Integrated Services for Behavioral Health helps those with mental health and substance use disorders find stable housing.
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Athens County 4-H Program judging results: Still Project, Clothing, Cake and Cookie Decorating, and Food & Nutrition (Updated)
The county’s young 4-H exhibitors were judged on their work in mid-July.
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Sunday Creek Valley Water District Peach Ridge water tank maintenance
Sunday Creek Valley Water District announced Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, that it will be performing maintenance on Peach Ridge Water Tank for the next three weeks.
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Cougarbats mountain biking team takes on terrain
Athens County Cougarbats mountain biking team builds outdoor skills and community for sixth- through 12-graders.