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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.
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Beebe Road (CR 109) and Frost Road (CR 58) remain underwater
Only two roads in Athens County remain underwater as of Wednesday, April 9.
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Hop over to April’s seasonal events in Athens County
Let’s get outside! We put together a list of Easter, spring and outdoor events that will be held throughout the area this month.
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U.S. 50 sewer project nears completion
Although the project is good for local water quality, residents of the area must deal with the cost of sewer connections and property damages.
