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Solid waste district parcel fee met with mixed feedback (Updated)
Public hearings in Athens and Nelsonville saw mixed feelings from the public on the Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District’s proposed $24 annual parcel fee to underwrite its operations.
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Athens Ohio Scottish Country dancers build community through dance
Get your Scottish groove on every Sunday at the Athens Community Center.
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Coolville residents, village officials organize against proposed traffic project
Coolville area residents say that proposed traffic changes on U.S. 50 in the village could have unintended consequences, including business closures and more crashes.
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A strong, vibrant community starts with you
Our community comes together to support things that matter; the Independent is proof of that. Together, you are powerful … if you’re willing to act.
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The Scoop: News Roundup May 7, 2024
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of May 6–May 10.
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Nelsonville City Council controversy heads to state appeals court
A complaint filed on April 26 charges council members with usurpation of office. Locally, the plaintiffs want to disqualify the city attorney from representing the city.
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Second Hopewell Health Centers location in Athens to hold union election
Fifty-one employees at the agency’s 90 Hospital Drive location will decide whether to form a union on May 22.
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Athens may approve recreation council membership, but lacks funds to pay
The council saw an ordinance to authorize the mayor to pay the $90,000 membership fee — when the money is available.
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The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings March 18-25, 2024 (Updated)
The Bulletin Board: What’s Happening in Athens County!
