Democrat Micah McCarey has been elected as Athens City Council president following an unopposed campaign, with 1,528 votes cast.
After investigations of emails were finalized, new evidence was released regarding the cybersecurity threat that cost Athens almost three-quarters of a million dollars.
Cindy Smock’s, also known as Sister Cindy, presence raises questions from the students about genuineness versus satire.
The City of Athens filed a civil suit in hopes of reclaiming some of the nearly $722,000 it lost to a cyber scammer in November. The city is trying to recoup a portion of the money, recovering around half of the lost funds.
Athens City Council passes ordinance to put general city income tax on Primary ballot, community members push back in light of recent misappropriation of funds. The council meeting extended to almost two hours, with disagreements over a .3% increase.
Lowe’s Home Improvement is donating 150 smoke detectors to the Athens Fire Department to be given to community members at the ribbon-cutting ceremony Oct. 29.
On the ballot this upcoming week, Athens County will be voting on a 0.3 mills increase for the Athens County Public Library.
Athens City Council met Monday to discuss sewer rates and construction for curb ramps and received a resignation letter from a BZA member.
Students watch party culture diminish at the former #1 party school in America.
Baileys Trail System connects mountain biking, local businesses to promote outdoor recreation.
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