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Alexander High School students receive scholarships
The Alexander High School Scholarship Ceremony was held May 14 at the school’s cafetorium. Alexander’s Future Foundation awarded 69 scholarships totaling $71,875.00 to deserving seniors who chose to further their education by attending post-secondary two-year, four-year or trade schools. 2026 AFF scholarships recipients, college/university and scholarships: Karah Allison, University of Rio Grande Brandon, Sharon &…
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The Scoop News Roundup May 19, 2026
Local Trimble Local Schools’ financial situation is improving, following a successful levy that will bring new revenue to the district. The district had cut several teaching positions amid a fiscal crisis. Kristi Sadler Barker will take over as superintendent as the district moves forward, bringing 34 years of experience in public education. (Athens Messenger) Alexander…
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BLM seeks input for September 2026 sale of oil and gas leases
The BLM is seeking public input on plans to include oil and gas parcels in the Wayne National Forest for a September 2026 lease sale.
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Ricky Bond
Ricky “Rick” Neil Bond, age 67, of Nelsonville, Ohio, passed away on May 17, 2026, at OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital in Athens, Ohio, surrounded by the love of his family. Rick was born on February 26, 1959, in Nelsonville, Ohio. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose presence made an impact everywhere he…
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Nelsonville Dog Park now open every day
Effective May 16, the Nelsonville Dog Park is open seven days a week, from sunrise to sunset.
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Civic and Community Club Meetings for the week of May 18, 2026
Monday, May 18 6:30 p.m.: Grazing Council Athens County. Athens Soil and Water Conservation District, 69 S. Plains Road, The Plains. Tuesday, May 19 10 a.m.: Athens Poetry Writers, open to adults interested in sharing their poetry work. Athens Public Library, 30 Home St., Athens. Noon: Peer-to-Peer Recovery Support Meeting, open to all walks of…
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Public Meetings for the week of May 18, 2026 (Updated)
Send meeting notices to info@athensindependent.com by noon on Fridays for inclusion in Monday’s Bulletin Board. All meetings are in-person only unless otherwise noted. Monday, May 18 8:30 a.m.: Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District Finance Committee, Athens County Community Cares Resource Center, 10 W. Washington St., Nelsonville. 10 a.m.: Athens County Board of Revision, Athens County…
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West Carpenter Street eastbound closed Monday, May 18, 2026
ATHENS, Ohio — The City of Athens announces that West Carpenter Street from Congress Street to Court Street will be closed to eastbound traffic for brick repair 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday, May 18. There will be no thru or emergency traffic. Motorist are asked to avoid the area. Questions or concerns may be directed to…
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Judy Brown
Judy (Sparks) (Coe) Brown, AKA “Granny”, 97 of Bishopville, passed away on Wednesday May 13, 2026, at her residence. She was born on August 19, 1928, to the late Albert “Red” and Fannie Mount Sparks. She was employed by Yorde Machine Company, Sylvania and Goodyear, and also was an aid for the Nelsonville York City…
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Athens City Parking Garage using new system starting Monday, May 18, 2026
Beginning Monday, the Athens City Parking Garage will use a new payment system.
