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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.
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Reducing and recycling household hazardous waste year-round in Athens County
Outside of regular collection days, a number of programs in Athens County help residents safely dispose of household hazardous waste.
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Road closure along CR 29 – Big Bailey Run Road begins Thursday, June 24
This will be a rolling closure lasting for two days, weather permitting, with access through to local residents/emergency vehicles.
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Two sisters perform in each other’s local theater shows
The show directed by Amy Abercrombie adopts musical theater songs written by the sisters’ grandmother to tell the story of their mother’s life.
