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City proposes income tax increase for May 2026 ballot
Mayor Steve Patterson and Treasurer Josh Thomas proposed placing a proposed 0.2% income tax increase before voters in May 2026.
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Dr. Tee awarded Black Appalachian Storytellers fellowship
Trevellya Ford-Ahmed’s fellowship will support her ongoing work at the Mount Zion Black Cultural Center.
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Board of elections denies Nelsonville write-in candidate protest (Updated)
The Athens County Board of Elections on Thursday denied a protest filed against write-in candidates who have been certified to run for office this November, in races based upon Issue 23.
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Dover Township community members join to restore park
Millfield Community Park has been in desperate need of repairs for decades, community members are now spending their own time and money to give their children a place to play.
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Athens City Council 1st Ward candidates talk goals, West Side community
The at-large candidates, all Democrats, shared their thoughts on affordable housing, accessibility and more.
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Teacher layoffs coming to Trimble schools
According to the union president, about a dozen teachers will be laid off.
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Photo Gallery: Community members gather to protest Senate Bill 1 (Updated)
Around 70 community members gathered in front of Cutler Hall on Ohio University’s College Green on Wednesday afternoon to protest Ohio Senate Bill 1.
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Council considers ‘safe haven’ resolution for trans/nonbinary healthcare
The council is considering a resolution brought forward by an Ohio University student group. It is also considering a resolution to support the federal tax exemption of municipal bonds.
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The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings, Jan. 13–17, 2025
The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings, Jan. 13–17, 2025
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The Scoop Announcements Jan. 7–12, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Jan. 7–12, 2025.
