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Athens Planning Commission meeting canceled May 19, 2026
The Athens Planning Commission meeting previously scheduled for this Wednesday, May 19 has been canceled.
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West Carpenter Street eastbound closed Monday, May 18, 2026
ATHENS, Ohio — The City of Athens announces that West Carpenter Street from Congress Street to Court Street will be closed to eastbound traffic for brick repair 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday, May 18. There will be no thru or emergency traffic. Motorist are asked to avoid the area. Questions or concerns may be directed to…
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Athens City Parking Garage using new system starting Monday, May 18, 2026
Beginning Monday, the Athens City Parking Garage will use a new payment system.
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Athens chatbot helps some users, frustrates others
In its first year, the chatbot responded to thousands of prompts, assisting users with mixed reliability.
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Group seeks historic designation for Lasher Hall
The proposed museum would include exhibits, galleries, artist studios, a library and archive, a gift shop and bookstore, and a cafe.
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Third Porchfest expands into Uptown, West Side
The free community arts festival this weekend will feature over 100 performances across Athens.
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HAPCAP advances Sunset Shelter Project with contract for renovations
Following multiple rounds of unsuccessful bidding, HAPCAP will transition to a design-build approach.
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Uptown park damaged by city utility project
The park will require “comprehensive restoration,” Athens City Council member Alan Swank, 4th Ward, said Monday.
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Thrift store celebrates 50 years of fostering community
Since opening in Athens in 1976, New to You has retained affordability while supporting foster youth.
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Primary election issues to be decided by provisional ballots
Levy issues, including the city of Athens income tax, cannot be decided until provisional ballots have been counted.
