Facebook gives its company brand a makeover; here are the results of the Athens mayoral race
By Riley Runnells | Nov. 6, 2019Your daily Athens newsletter.
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The 2019 Election Edition
By Midge Mazur and The Post Staff | Nov. 6, 2019Results and stories from the 2019 election in Athens, Ohio.
Levy to support services for low-income seniors passes
By Emma Skidmore | Nov. 6, 2019A levy that serves to renew support for a program that delivers free meals to low-income senior citizens passed on Tuesday.
Independent candidates influence city government despite not holding office
By George Shillcock | Nov. 6, 2019Independent candidates Krane, Hamrick and Monday plan to continue their activism to influence city government.
Blotter: Man thinks tennis court is The Convo; drunk man ends up at laboratory
By Ian McKenzie | Nov. 6, 2019A man who thought he was at The Convo was arrested near the tennis court for underage consumption by intoxication.
Mayor Steve Patterson wins reelection by a large margin
By George Shillcock | Nov. 6, 2019Incumbent Democratic Mayor survives a challenge from the left in election with over 75% of the vote.
At-Large race results in entirely Democratic City Council
By Bennett Leckrone | Nov. 6, 2019Beth Clodfelter will replace Patrick McGee.
Athens County EMS levy passes
By Regan Gray | Nov. 6, 2019The levy makes up about half of the EMS budget.
The renewal of the tuberculosis levy passes
By Maddie Bussert | Nov. 6, 2019The levy provides funding for tuberculosis medication free of charge.
Athens Public Library levy passes
By Regan Gray | Nov. 6, 2019The citizens of Athens County voted for a new levy.
Breakdown of mayoral candidates campaign finances
By George Shillcock | Nov. 6, 2019Both candidates raised about the same amount of money, but Krane spent the majority of his funds while Patterson spent only half.
Health department levy passes
By Maddie Bussert | Nov. 6, 2019Over 67% of residents voted in favor for the levy.
Athens City Council has become a one-party government
By Maddie Bussert | Nov. 6, 2019Groupthink might now occur if different opinions aren’t considered.
LGBT+ voters face barriers in and out of the voting booth
By Abby Miller | Nov. 6, 2019Issues like housing are a problem across the nation and in Athens.
TV Review: Deja and Malik share a kiss, but their parents aren’t happy on ‘This Is Us’
By Riley Runnells | Nov. 5, 2019Jack feels threatened by Mr. Lawrence.
7 affordable online shopping websites
By Riley Runnells | Nov. 5, 2019From Zaful to ROMWE, check out these online stores for some much-needed retail therapy
Arian Smedley to represent west side issues and making citizens feel heard
By Emma Skidmore | Nov. 5, 2019After winning the Athens City Council 1st Ward primary, Arian Smedley plans to focus on safety with her background as a long-time west side resident.
TV Review: Negan triumphantly returned as a villain on Sunday’s episode of ‘The Walking Dead’
By Hunter Graffice | Nov. 5, 2019The motives of Alpha are questionable.
OU student petitioning for tree removal; Alden Library’s funding has decreased over the years
By Molly Schramm | Nov. 5, 2019Your daily Athens newsletter.
