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Athens Mayor Steve Patterson address citizens at a public forum Tuesday, Jan 24.

Patterson reviews first year as mayor at public forum

Athens Mayor Steve Patterson touted some of his major accomplishments from his first year in office Tuesday — including city improvements, as well as partnerships with business leaders and Ohio University.

City Council: Economic Development Council asks for extra $5,000 this year

The Athens County Economic Development Council is asking Athens City Council for a larger chunk of taxpayer dollars this year, but council members aren't ready to loosen the purse strings just yet.

Demonstrators gather for solidarity march following Trump inauguration

While Donald Trump assumed the presidency Friday, some Ohio University students spent the afternoon protesting.

Parking passes may soon extend parking limit for Athens residents

For years, Athens residents have been required by law to move their cars parked on city streets every 24 hours, though that may be changing soon.

City Council: Union Street sidewalk renovations cause contention among members

The sidewalk on West Union Street between Court Street and Congress Street is projected to open this summer, but Athens City Council members are at odds over how much walking space they're willing to grant pedestrians.

Athens to see increase in water costs to fund treatment plant upgrades

The City of Athens water treatment plant might get its first upgrade since the 1960s, and Athens residents will have to pay a bit more for their tap water as a result.

Despite mayor's comments, jaywalking enforcement has not increased

Athens Mayor Steve Patterson said in August that the Athens Police Department would begin citing people for jaywalking, but so far the department has not taken action.

Athens' new representatives in General Assembly focus on jobs and college costs

When the 132nd Ohio General Assembly convened for the first time last week, it did not look much different from the 131st: Republicans, who already dominated the state legislature, gained a single chair in both the House and the Senate from the Democrats.

Mayor Patterson wraps up first year with accomplished goals

Throughout his mayoral campaign in 2015, Steve Patterson promised to pursue “ smarter infrastructure,” to further the Essence of Athens project and to continue communicating with Ohio University.

City Council: New wastewater plant to be funded

The city’s wastewater treatment plant will be receiving a much-needed upgrade soon.

Athens celebrates Veterans Day with parade, ceremony

On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 2016, Athens Mayor Steve Patterson told a crowd of more than 100 people on College Green that every American had a role to play in protecting the freedoms veterans died for.

Annual Veterans Day parade to be held Friday

Court Street will come alive Friday with trumpets, floats and the colors of red, white and blue during the annual Veterans Day parade.

Jay Edwards wins Ohio's 94th district

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City Council: China Panda may get a liquor license

Another restaurant in Athens may be selling beer within the next few months.

Students, local leaders discuss living and learning with dyslexia

Maddie Knostman sees words differently.

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Athens Mayor Steve Patterson, center, presides over a Halloween press conference Monday afternoon.

​Honey for the Heart puppets take flight in this year’s parade

Feathers flew in the normally pristine Trisolini Gallery during the weeks leading up to Halloween. 

Friday marked the 200th anniversary celebration of Cutler Hall

Ohio University President Roderick McDavis and other presenters helped metaphorically break ground at Cutler Hall's 200th anniversary celebration. 

Ex Post Facto: Alt-right figurehead to visit; OU Student Senate to meet with city council

A notorious conservative speaker and an upcoming meeting between City Council and Student Senate were some of the top stories from the past week. Here are updates on those stories, and more.