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Ohio landowners say fracking wastewater is leaking underground, threatening their oil wells and drinking water
Two big oil producers in Southeast Ohio say dozens of their wells have flooded with industrial waste from the fracking industry. As they sue several disposal site operators, including one owned by a sitting state senator, regulators agree that injection wells are leaking, leaving some to also worry about their water.
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Garth Coombs
Garth Coombs, 96, of Athens, Ohio passed away on June 7, 2025 at the Laurels of Athens following complications from a stroke.
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Warden, shelter struggle to capture Wilson, the ‘Taco Bell dog’
The public is urged not to feed the stray dog living near Taco Bell on East State Street so authorities can capture him and find him a good home.
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The Scoop News Roundup June 10, 2025
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of June 10, 2025.
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The Scoop Announcements June 10, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of June 10, 2025.
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Trimble approves more cuts, interviews potential board members (Updated)
At a special meeting June 5, the board cut four teaching positions after rejecting the proposal at a previous meeting.
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Sandra Schloss
A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are with Jagers & Sons Funeral Home, Athens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Athens County Humane Society, P.O. Box 765, Athens, OH 45701.
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The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings, June 9-16, 2025
Public meetings for the week of June 9, 2025.
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Photo gallery: Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery grand reopening
The Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery hosted its grand reopening on June 5.
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Council advances final fire station payment, hears housing project opposition
Athens City Council on Monday discussed its final payment to Pepper Construction following the theft of its intended final payment in November 2024. The council also held a public hearing for a proposed rezoning on Hooper Street in relation to a proposed housing project.
