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Former JFS director Jean Demosky waived her right to a speedy trial at a pre-trial hearing Tuesday, a decision that will will push back her trial on charges related to alleged mismanagement of organizational finances. athensindependent.com/demosky-waiv...
Local officials are addressing community concerns about the spread of poison hemlock, a toxic plant found in Athens County. athensindependent.com/environment-...
A bill awaiting DeWine's signature would strip ORCA, the org that manages Baileys Trail System, of $750,000 in funding. athensindependent.com/orca-state-f...
EIC Corinne Colbert addresses the disappearance of the Athens News and its archive, which is now behind a paywall. athensindependent.com/lfe-061126-a...
This summer, the Athens County Independent wants to hear from you,
the people of Athens County. We’re holding a series of gatherings on Wednesdays around the county where you can add your voice to local news. We’ll have ice cream and fresh individual pies from Flour & Thyme! tinyurl.com/aciLPC
🎸 Nelsonville Music Festival celebrates its 20-year anniversary this weekend – will you be there? We interviewed those involved about NMF's changes over time, and what makes the event special. Our deep-dive timeline: athensindependent.com/nelsonville-...
Over 20 members of the public spoke at the Chauncey Village Council meeting last week, before the council voted to keep in place an anti-discrimination ordinance protecting employment, housing, and public accommodation. athensindependent.com/chauncey-cou...
Have you seen our announcements page on the website? If your org has an announcement for the community, email [email protected]! 🗓️ 📨 athensindependent.com/news/announc...
The latest from Gordon Briggs shares about three musical biopics that "give us nuanced, satirical and genuinely strange portrayals of celebrities." 🎬️ athensindependent.com/reel-talk-th...
Pride celebrations continue throughout the month! athensindependent.com/pride-events...
