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Athens County voters largely select Democratic candidates for state offices
Athens County voters approved a ballot issue the state rejected, and largely chose Democrats for state elections, with one exception.
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Capital budget dedicates over $7.2 million to Athens County (Updated)
The state has set aside funding for a variety of causes.
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Meet the candidates for Ohio House District 94
The March 19 primary ballot includes two Athens County residents.
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New Ohio House district maps split Athens County
The new maps, adopted in late September, shift parts of Athens Township (including the city of Athens) and all of Canaan, Bern and Rome townships to District 95, which is represented by Don Jones (R-Freeport).
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Wayne National Forest evaluating name change comments
In August, the forest service announced a proposal to change the name of the Wayne National Forest to Buckeye National Forest.
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Technical college boards to gain power in member selection process
Hocking College leaders say the school was uninvolved in changes to process, which caused controversy at the school last year.
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Edwards comment spreads disinformation
When asked about his no vote on the special election, Edwards chose to spread disinformation about a proposed amendment on the November ballot.
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Athens County projects earmarked in new biennial budget
Three Athens County projects will collectively receive over $1 million in funding from the state’s next biennial budget.
