Athens Falls to 0-2 After a Walk-Off Loss to Logan

By: Anna Hoffman
Posted on: Tuesday, March 27, 2018

What was a slow-pitcher’s duel turned into an exciting walk-off finish. After holding the lead until the final inning, the Athens Bulldogs fought the umpire’s final call for Logan. In the final minutes of the game Logan player Robert Pyles bounced the ball past the shortstop driving in two runs. But as the Logan Chieftains… Read More

Hundreds of Ideas Offered to Improve Athens

By: Anna Hoffman
Posted on: Wednesday, February 21, 2018

Hundreds of Athens residents have responded to a survey offering their ideas for how to improve the city of over the next 20 years. The survey, which closed on Wednesday, was promoted by the Athens City Planning Committee as part of the effort to finalize a comprehensive plan by the end of 2018. Over 600 suggestions, covering… Read More

Athens City Council Passes Solar Ordinance

By: Anna Hoffman
Posted on: Tuesday, February 6, 2018

Athens City Council unanimously voted to approve an ordinance about the community solar program during Monday night’s meeting. The ordinance is a ballot initiative to bring in the South Eastern Ohio Public Energy Council (SOPEC) and have a $2 million carbon fee attached to the utility bills of Athens residents. “The next step is to… Read More