Republican Don Jones re-elected as state representative for 95th district

By Zoe Weyand | Nov. 5

Although Athens County favored Micah McCarey for state representative for the 95th district, Republican candidate Don Jones won the district overall. 

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Ohio voters reject Issue 1, block gerrymandering reform

By Drew Hoffmaster | Nov. 5

Issue 1, banning gerrymandering and holding more redistricting accountability, did not pass in Ohio despite bipartisan support.

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Athens Levy 17 passes, supports local library services

By Bianca Grim | Nov. 5

Levy 17 passes in Athens County, supporting library services needing funding after cuts

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Levies 19, 20, 21, 22 renewed

By Drew Hoffmaster | Nov. 5

Athens County’s levies 19, 20, 21 and 22, support medical treatment and vehicles, senior citizen facilities and children’s services, passed for renewal.

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Issue to abolish city charter left off Nelsonville ballots

By Maggie Amacher | Nov. 5

Issue 23 was left off paper ballots, affecting 90 voters who already cast their ballots.

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Lately with Layne: Harris is the lesser of two evils

By Layne Rey | Nov. 5

Endorsements for Harris from individuals who either disagree with her currently, don’t align with the Democratic party or supported Trump in the past prove she is the lesser of two evils.

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Federal Hocking Local superintendent determined to raise grades, spirits

By Jack Solon | Nov. 5

The Ohio State Report Card releases, placing Federal Hocking Local at the bottom of Athens’ school districts. The district’s new superintendent, Jason Spencer, wants to do something about it.

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Athens Disability Commission plans to sue the city

By Zoe Weyand | Nov. 4

Due to a lack of progress in making Athens more accessible, the Athens Disability Commission has decided the next step is to sue the city. 

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Daphne’s Dispatch: Gen-Z a mouthpiece for social justice

By Daphne Graeter | Oct. 30

‘Z’ focuses on advocating for mental health awareness, racial justice, and gender equality and climate change. A huge factor in the passion that is within this generation is the personal effect each of the social issues has had on them.

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TV, film often highlights political issues

By Nyla Gilbert | Oct. 29

In 2024, film and TV creators are using their platforms to tackle pressing political and social issues.

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2024 presidential candidates’ style defines them

By Clara Leder | Oct. 29

Kamala Harris’ and Donald Trump’s fashion choices are powerful tools for showcasing their views.

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Organizations, businesses voice the power of voting

By Carly DeLuca | Oct. 29

Campus organizations and Athens businesses encourage voting by holding educational events about the candidates, providing resources for mail-in voters and exclusive promotions.

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New college students battle nerves over 2024 election

By Aiden Ryan | Oct. 29

Ohio University students describe their feelings toward this year’s election, including the most pressing problems that face them as voters.

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Union Street Market works to sell liquor Sundays

By Tessa Searcy | Oct. 29

If approved by Ward 3 Precinct 1 voters on election day, Union Street Market will be able to serve its community with hard liquor, beer and wine all week long.