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Stimson Avenue Bridge to close Friday, Oct. 3
The City of Athens announced Sept. 26 that the Stimson Avenue Bridge will be completely closed 3–7 a.m. Friday, Oct. 3.
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SR 56 and SR 682 roundabout construction traffic delays
Please seek an alternative route during this time period if at all possible.
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Athens council confirms Conestoga hut support over law director advice
Athens Law Director Lisa Eliason said an ordinance allowing temporary shelters at The Gathering Place constitutes spot zoning.
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Costly net frustrates Athens officials after OU closes driving range
The city spent $273k on netting to protect soccer players from errant golf balls from Ohio University’s now-defunct driving range.
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City of Athens fire hydrant flushing for Sept. 24, 2025
The Fire Department will be flushing and testing hydrants 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24, on the following streets. No boil order will be issued for hydrant flushing, but the City recommends you do not wash laundry during this time.
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Sunset Shelter Project property revamp begins, focuses on safety
Renovations to the Columbus Road property continue as community-driven plans for shelter programming and operations develop.
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Athens admin looks to take authority away from Shade Tree Commission (Updated)
The city’s proposed changes would also substantially reduce the number of trees required at new development projects. Commission members have objected to the changes, saying they will benefit developers at the expense of the city’s urban canopy.
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Athens council hears from public on proposed Conestoga huts project
A pilot program in Uptown Athens that would provide temporary shelter to unhoused persons drew mostly positive comments from the public at Monday evening’s Athens City Council meeting, although some voiced opposition.
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City of Athens fire hydrant flushing for Sept. 5, 2025
The Fire Department will be flushing and testing hydrants Friday September 5, 10am-4pm.
