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What is The Smallest Town in Ohio?
Rendville, Ohio: The Smallest Town with a Big History. Rendville's history traces back to the late 19th century when the Ohio Central Coal Company established it as a coal mining town. The town thrived during this era, attracting a diverse population of miners nationwide, including many African Americans. Rendville even made history by electing Ohio's first African American mayor, Dr. Isaiah Tuppins.
Athens City Code Enforcement goes on blitz by citing 25 West Side properties
Athens City Code Enforcement has been active in recent weeks by issuing 25 citations in the West Side neighborhood that are in violation of City Code. Athens Councilwoman Solveig Spjeldnes, who represents the 1st Ward that includes the West Side, has asked City Hall to do something about a junkyard on Second Street and several other residential locations in the 1st Ward that violate city code but it was a long time coming before any action was taken. ...
Beverly, Waterford come together for annual Homecoming
BEVERLY — The Beverly and Waterford Homecoming festivities were in full swing Friday evening and will conclude Saturday. The homecoming festivities started in Dodge Park after the parade Thursday evening. The parade started at 6:30 p.m. and went from Waterford High School and ended in Dodge Park. The parade...
Who you're voting for: Taylor Sappington (D) runs for Athens County Treasurer
Taylor Sappington, who is well-known for his work as Nelsonville city auditor, has decided to add his name into the race for Athens County treasurer. His campaign focus is largely stability and maintenance on current successes, he said. “You can’t just assume it’s going to get done and that the right thing is going to get done,” Sappington said. “You have to get your hands dirty, get in there and do it yourself.” ...
Athens City School District is adding solar panels to cut down on electricity spending
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens City School District’s elementary schools and district office are getting upgrades to their roofs with new solar panels to help cut down their spending on electricity. The project has been in the works for a long time, according to Superintendent Thomas Gibbs. “This...
ODOT construction projects include slip repair
The following projects are anticipated to affect highways in Athens County during the Week of July 22-26. Outlined work is weather permitting. Click on each route to see its location at OHGO.com. US 50/Washington Road signal replacement/turn lane installation — A signal replacement and turn lane installation project is taking place at U.S. 50/Washington Road. Estimated Completion: Nov. 1 US 50/East State Street resurfacing — A resurfacing project is taking place on U.S. 50 between Della Drive and River Road. Lane closures are place in...
Defendants in gun confiscation lawsuit say court order clearly authorized their action
COLUMBUS – Three of the current or former Hocking County Sheriff’s deputies who are being sued in federal court over the seizure of a county resident’s guns have denied one of the plaintiff’s key claims –that a court order they served on him in February 2023 did not require him to surrender his firearms immediately, but instead gave him a few days in which to do so. Sheriff’s officers Caleb Moritz, Craig Johnson, Carl Wilderman and Kyle Arnett had come to the Murray City home...
Fourth of July pride booms in Athens
In honor of America’s birthday, family and friends come together to celebrate. Every community has traditions, however, when it comes to Fourth of July festivities, Athens knows how to throw an exciting party. Amidst the city’s larger events, local businesses find ways to make the holiday special for the...
Commissioners nix parcel fee for both county and waste district
LOGAN — Thursday morning, in response to significant public opposition at last week’s public hearing, the Hocking County Commissioners unanimously voted down the Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District’s (AHSWD) $24 annual improved parcel fee. After the vote, the Athens County Commissioners held their own meeting in Athens and voted to table the matter. According to President Lenny Elliason, the vote was rendered mute as both member counties had to agree in order to pass the fee. ...
The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings, July 22–26, 2024
Send meeting notices to info@athensindependent.com by noon on Fridays for inclusion in Monday’s Bulletin Board. All meetings are in-person only unless otherwise noted. 9:30 a.m.: Athens County Board of Revision, Athens County Courthouse, 15 S. Court St., 1st floor annex, auditor’s conference room, Athens. Noon: Hocking Athens Perry...
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