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Uptown streetscape and utility relocation project public meeting scheduled for May 19, 2026
The purpose is to discuss the project and proposed improvements with the community, answer questions, and gather community input.
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Athens honors late tavern owner Tony Sylvester (Updated)
The community turned out to pay their respects and show gratitude for his impact on their lives.
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Photo gallery: Tony Sylvester’s celebration of life and parade
The owner of Tony’s Tavern, Anthony “Tony” Sylvester, was a beloved fixture of the Athens community.
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West Carpenter Street closure: Monday, March 23, 2026
West Carpenter Street will be closed 8 a.m. until complete Monday, March 23.
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The Athena Cinema to participate in national evening of Science on Screen
“Project Hail Mary” will show Tuesday, March 24, at 7:30 p.m.
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Construction for Athens Utility Relocation Project to begin March 2026
Construction will begin on Carpenter Street before moving to State Street and is expected to continue through fall 2026.
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Discussion continues around huts, proposed zoning recommendation
Athens City Council again heard residents’ arguments for and against the Gathering Place’s proposed Conestoga Huts temporary housing pilot project.
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Lien filed on Lostro Project property
A company is seeking more than $200,000 for its work on the Lostro Project property that it says it was not paid for.
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Athens City Council OKs street closures ordinance
The measure was delayed by a procedural error at a previous meeting and by concerns about the concurrence of Ohio Brew Week Fall Fest and OU’s home game against West Virginia.
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Athens City Council considers sidewalks as part of roundabout
Sidewalks, as proposed for the SR 682/56 roundabout project scheduled for construction starting this summer, drew concern from two Athens City Council members during a related ordinance’s first reading on Monday.
