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Athens City Council recently adopted ordinances: June 1, 2026
ATHENS, Ohio – Ordinances adopted 06/01/26 posted to website 06/02/26 through 06/16/26. FULL TEXT 0-44-26 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ATHENS CITY CODE, TITLE 3, ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS, SECTION 3.07.50, ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ATHENS MUNICIPAL ARTS COMMISSION. ADOPTED 6/1/26 0-62-26 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION AND ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE OHIO DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AGENCY FOR ANY ELIGIBLE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT…
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Photo gallery: 2026 Athens Pride Fest
The Independent captured moments from the 2026 Athens Pride Fest parade and street fair.
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Athens planning local conservation cemetery
The cemetery would allow natural burials within city limits while supporting land conservation.
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Athens training center nears completion
The regional facility will offer training opportunities for firefighters and other first responders.
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Council discusses playground equipment, America 250 celebration (Updated)
Athens City Council continued to discuss replacing and renovating playground equipment at its meeting Monday.
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Hecht retires as Athens City Auditor
City Treasurer Josh Thomas will serve as auditor until a permanent replacement is appointed by the Athens County Democratic Party.
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Minuteman Press employees join union
Workers at the Uptown print shop are now members of the Communications Workers of America Union.
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Playground equipment purchase draws scrutiny
A proposal to buy new playground equipment at the community center drew pushback and support at Athens City Council’s May 18 meeting.
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Athens passes income tax increase by 10 votes
The 0.2% income tax increase will go into effect next tax year.
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Athens Planning Commission press release on recovery housing
ATHENS, Ohio — Several recent Athens Planning Commission meetings have included the topic of recovery housing. The planning commission would like to inform the public that no changes to the zoning code, or other city code, related to this topic will be recommended to city council at this time. While initial assessments by city officials…
