City Council: Hiring of new Arts, Park and Recreation director approved
(10/05/21 3:55am)
Athens City Council met Monday evening to approve a new Arts, Parks and Recreation director.
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OU Homecoming Week plans remain in place despite cancellation of Athens Halloween block party
(09/29/21 2:23am)
Ohio University is welcoming Homecoming celebrations back to campus this fall, but the annual Halloween Block Party will not be held by the city of Athens for 2021.
City Council: Body discusses $361,000 project, other funds allocated
(09/28/21 2:42am)
On Monday evening, Athens City Council met in committee to discuss city-wide improvements estimated to cost upwards of $361,000 as well as numerous dollar transfers between funds.
Parklets receive positive reviews from city businesses as end date nears
(09/23/21 4:27am)
Parklets, which provide Athens Uptown businesses with extended outdoor seating at the expense of nearby parking spots, have proven to be valuable for their respective businesses during COVID-19.
City Council: Athens Mayor Steve Patterson proclaims Sept. 20 start of National Clean Energy Week in Athens
(09/21/21 3:40am)
Athens City Council discussed at its meeting Monday evening the creation of Clean Energy Week in Athens and the first medical marijuana dispensary that opened in the city.
Medical marijuana dispensary Harvest of Athens holds grand opening
(09/20/21 4:13pm)
Harvest of Athens, the first medical marijuana dispensary in the city, held its grand opening Monday morning.
City Council: New vehicle contracts, Halloween plans discussed
(09/14/21 3:23am)
City Council discussed authorizing the service safety director to enter a vehicle leasing contract as well as the city’s Halloween plans Monday evening.
City Council: Body discusses possible funds for conceptual design of new firehouse
(09/08/21 4:05am)
City Council met in person Tuesday evening to amend appropriations to the General Fund Fire and hear ordinances for first and second readings.
Leaders of Athens tourist attractions reflect on summer tourism
(08/30/21 1:58am)
Athens County is home to a variety of tourist attractions, and due to the increase in vaccinations against COVID-19, those attractions were hoping for a summer of normalcy.
Congressman Tim Ryan visits Athens as part of Workers First Tour
(08/27/21 2:30am)
Congressman Tim Ryan (D-13th District) visited Athens Thursday, meeting community members in several locations as part of his Workers First Tour through Ohio.
City Council: Reinstatement of mask mandate discussed, approval of remote work space
(08/10/21 8:11pm)
Athens City Council met Monday evening in committees and special session to discuss the potential reinstatement of a mask mandate in Athens, among other ordinances.
Athens City Council amends mask ordinance, no longer requires masks for vaccinated individuals
(05/25/21 3:53am)
Athens City Council met Monday evening and voted unanimously to amend the city’s mask ordinance to no longer require mask-wearing for residents who are fully vaccinated.
Walmart expands vaccination location in Athens to include younger population
(05/24/21 4:33pm)
Walmart, 929 E. State St., offers COVID-19 vaccinations for those eligible and began offering the Pfizer vaccine to those ages 12 to 15 on May 13, expanding its program.
City Council: Body passes ordinance to transfer funds, discusses adding source of income discrimination to Athens City code
(05/18/21 2:30am)
Athens City Council met Monday evening to pass a number of ordinances and authorize several financial transfers between funds.
City Council: Mayor Steve Patterson discusses racial equity, Athens named Bee City USA affiliate
(05/04/21 4:53am)
Athens City Council met Monday evening to discuss and vote on a range of ordinances and resolutions.
Athens Mayor Steve Patterson no longer considering congressional seat campaign
(05/03/21 9:11pm)
Athens Mayor Steve Patterson announced Sunday night he would no longer be considering running for a congressional seat due to concerns surrounding the future district lines and ongoing projects in Athens.
City Council: Resolution opposing Ohio bill, hiring city employees discussed
(04/27/21 1:53am)
Athens City Council met in committee Monday to discuss creating a resolution opposing House Bill 157, which is currently moving through the Ohio legislature.
Mayor Steve Patterson considers bid for congressional seat
(04/21/21 1:48am)
Athens Mayor Steve Patterson voiced his interest Tuesday in running for the soon-to-be vacated seat of Rep. Steve Stivers, R-Upper Arlington.
City Council: Members discuss possible increase in cost per unit for University Estates affordable housing project
(04/20/21 2:19am)
Athens City Council discussed the affordability of units within the University Estates Incentive District at its Monday night meeting.
Athens officials, residents react to potentially controversial Ohio Senate bill
(04/19/21 3:56am)
A new Ohio Senate bill would allow townships to approve or deny neighboring renewable energy sources like solar or wind.
