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Incumbents, new faces contend for Athens City Council (Updated)
Two incumbents retained their seats in a four-person race in the Democratic primary election. Additionally, a political newcomer will run in November to represent the 1st Ward.
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Geoscientist says landslides like Joneswood Drive’s are common in Appalachia
Daniel Sturmer, an associate professor of geosciences at University of Cincinnati, answered questions about the nature of landslides and slippages.
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Athens council discusses 2025 street paving schedule
Council committees also discussed completion of the Armory renovation project and learned about a new free fare initiative on Athens Public Transit.
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Photo of the Week: April 19, 2025
Skate Jam’s Saturday, April 19 fundraiser at Devil’s Kettle Brewing featured shredding performances from Athens County noisemakers.
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City approves $600k for Joneswood repairs
The city also moved to pursue a lawsuit against a Woodward Avenue property owner who sought a retroactive permit for work in the city’s right-of-way.
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City of Athens plans to sue property owner over unpermitted curb
The property owner built a large brick paver patio and curb in the front yard of its duplex rental without permission from the city’s Office of Code Enforcement and Community Development.
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City official says ‘online media’ hindered cyber theft investigation
It is wonderfully convenient for officials to point the finger at us rather than own up to their own failures.
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Athens City Council OKs street closures ordinance
The measure was delayed by a procedural error at a previous meeting and by concerns about the concurrence of Ohio Brew Week Fall Fest and OU’s home game against West Virginia.
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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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Athens council spars over events list
At its Monday meeting, Athens City Council also discussed upcoming construction projects on its west and east sides.