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Stimson Avenue Bridge traffic change in place until Sept. 12
The City of Athens announces that Stimson Avenue Bridge will operate as one-way inbound only beginning the afternoon Monday, Aug. 25, until 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12. During this time, all traffic on Stimson Avenue Bridge will be permitted inbound to Athens only. Motorists exiting Athens should use East State Street, Richland Avenue, or Columbus…
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The Scoop Announcements Aug. 26, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Aug. 26, 2025.
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Trevor Cline
A cremation has taken place. Arrangements have been entrusted to Morrison Funeral Chapel.
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The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings, Aug. 25–Sept. 1, 2025
Public meetings for the week of Aug. 25, 2025.
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Nelsonville Public Square parking closed afternoon Friday, Aug. 22
There will be no parking allowed on the Public Square starting at 2:30 p.m. Friday, for The Plains Lions Club Car Show.
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2025 Athens County Fair results (Updated)
Across categories and skill levels, showmanship was present at the fair this year.
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Survivor advocacy org says former director misused nearly $1 million
In a countersuit, SAOP alleges that Jen Seifert improperly spent grant funds, lost $700,000 through an unauthorized transaction, and benefited inappropriately from a land sale.
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OU jettisoned diversity division staff along with their programs
Unlike some other universities, Ohio University did not seek to reassign employees affected by the state-mandated closure of DEI programs.
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Jacksonville’s Old Settlers Reunion returns for 88th edition
What started as a Labor Day homecoming for former residents has turned into an annual celebration of village history and pride.

