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New flood maps have major implications for small Athens County communities
The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s flood risk maps determine who has to carry flood insurance as well as the location and extent of new development.
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Athens County residents asked to fill out lead pipe survey
As part of a federal effort to remove lead pipe infrastructure Athens County residents are being asked to check what material their pipes are made out of.
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Photos from Chauncey’s first Pride event
The village of Chauncey’s first Pride Month event was small but mighty.
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American Eel Preserve aims to host elusive species
The preserve, located in Chauncey, has long-term environmental restoration goals — including providing habitat for the American Eel.
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Chauncey passes Palestine ceasefire resolution
The village became perhaps the smallest municipality in the United States to pass a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
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Chauncey passes ‘pay to stay’ tenant protections
Also, council again debated protections for LGBTQ+ residents, as well as a resolution for a ceasefire in Palestine.
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Chauncey debates LGBTQ+ rights, Palestine ceasefire, housing
With numerous issues prompting contention among council and community members, Chauncey Village Council’s March meeting lasted three hours.
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County declines to renew ORCA commitment
The county believe it’s time for the Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia to stand on its own.
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Chauncey council considers tenants’ rights proposals
Council member Evelyn Nagy plans to bring two proposals that would enhance tenant protections to the council in January.
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Roundabouts planned for US 33 interchange in The Plains
The roundabouts will accommodate increased traffic resulting from the planned closure of the Chauncey cutoff exit from U.S. 33.
