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Athens’ 2026 budget takes ‘unexpected’ $750K hit due to state law
The state requires municipalities to refund up to five years’ worth of income taxes to businesses with net operating losses.
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Stimson Avenue Bridge two-way traffic to begin Friday, Dec. 5
Stimson Avenue Bridge will be open to two-way traffic starting Friday afternoon, Dec. 5.
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Council unanimously approves Conestoga Huts project
The first of the three huts will soon be occupied, The Gathering Place Executive Director Ginger Schmalenberg said.
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Albany man seeks to bridge food access gap with grocery store
Gregg Montella plans to utilize the strong farming community that surrounds Albany to supply the store.
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City proposes income tax increase for May 2026 ballot
Mayor Steve Patterson and Treasurer Josh Thomas proposed placing a proposed 0.2% income tax increase before voters in May 2026.
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Stimson Avenue closed Monday, Nov. 10
Stimson Avenue will be closed at 9 W. Stimson Ave. for sanitary sewer repair Monday, Nov. 10, from 8 a.m. until the work is complete.
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Discussion continues around huts, proposed zoning recommendation
Athens City Council again heard residents’ arguments for and against the Gathering Place’s proposed Conestoga Huts temporary housing pilot project.
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Athens veteran celebrates 100 years of life
An October ceremony honored Don Slagle, who served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II.
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Highway patrol trooper returns to duty after deadly July crash
The trooper was estimated to be travelling over 120 miles per hour while trying to catch up with a motorist, before he struck a car, killing its occupants.
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Athens council continues contentious discussion of temporary housing
In addition to housing, council committees discussed the Shade Tree Commission’s role and reviewed a draft of the 2026 budget.
