Located in the southeastern part of the state, Athens is the seat of Athens County, Ohio and home to Ohio University. The first settlers arrived in Athens about 1797 and the town was plotted in 1800, but was not incorporated as a village until 1811.
Regular Websites
Athens Area Chamber of Commerce
The business membership group charged with advocating for the interests of the business community in Athens, Ohio puts forward an overview of the community, a member directory, chamber news and events, and membership information. - Athens Area Chamber of Commerce
http://www.athenschamber.com/
The online edition of the local print newspaper reports on news, sports and entertainment events, and publishes commentary, community interest articles, and other features. Its advertising and subscription policies are also presented. - Athens News
http://www.athensnews.com/
Publishes community and worldwide news, opinion columns, entertainment features, podcasts, blogs and other local features. - Athensi
http://athensi.com/
On its official site, the city puts forward general and specific information about the city, its parks and recreation department, auditor, council, law director, planner, code enforcement, and other municipal departments and services. - City of Athens
http://www.ci.athens.oh.us/
Athens-based public university that offers an array of undergraduate programs. Includes academics directory, offices directory, athletics information, university events, festivals and art section, campus maps and virtual tour, and an online application menu. - Ohio University
http://www.ohiou.edu/