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Say Gay Dance Night brings LGBTQ+ nightlife option to Athens
The dance nights, hosted by DJ Mooseknuckle at Casa Nueva, offer an LGBTQ+ dance party for community members and students.
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Beth Clodfelter enters county treasurer race; Wasserman will not run again
Beth Clodfelter, who recently was elected to Athens City Council, has announced her candidacy for Athens County Treasurer in the 2024 election.
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Radio station changes continue as Athens loses third DJ
DJ Barticus’s departure marks the third loss of a local DJ on the airwaves within the year.
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Athens City Schools voters pass $24 million bond issue for new high school
The bond issue passed with 58% of voters in favor. This follows a $60.5 million bond issue voters passed for the district in 2018.
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Billy Peacock honored with Athena Award
Five people were nominated for the 2023 Athena Award, which recognizes exceptional local service for people who have disabilities.
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Demonstration shows support for Palestine
A crowd of about 250 students and Athens County community members showed support for Palestine on Thursday, Oct. 26.
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Voters to decide on $24 million Athens City Schools bond issue
For the second time in six years, district residents will decide whether to pass a multimillion-dollar bond issue for Athens City Schools.
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Athens mayoral candidates spar over mayor’s record, youth engagement
Mayor Steve Patterson and challenger Damon Krane largely agreed about the importance of many issues — but disagreed on Patterson’s approach.
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Stand down returns to provide resources for veterans, housing insecure
The annual Athens Area Stand Down will be held on Friday, Oct. 6.
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Wanted for Ukraine: men’s sneakers and dog food
Little Wing Relief is sending its third 40-foot shipping container next week, filled with supplies for both soldiers and civilians.