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Photo gallery: 2025 Nelsonville Music Festival
The 2025 Nelsonville Music Festival returned this month to rock the hills of Athens County.
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Controversial Fed Hock superintendent to leave district
The Federal Hocking Local Schools Board of Education approved a separation agreement with Jason Spencer at a June 24 special meeting. Lindy Douglas will serve as interim superintendent.
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Copperhead snakes 101: Venom, habitat and first aid
Copperheads, one of Ohio’s three venomous snakes species, serve an important role in the local ecosystem. According to experts, while copperhead bites are almost never fatal, the snakes are best appreciated from a distance.
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Ticks and tick-borne illnesses pose increasing risk to Athens County
Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and other tick-borne illnesses infect more Ohioans every year.
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The Scoop Announcements June 24, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of June 24, 2025.
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The Scoop News Roundup June 24, 2025
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of June 24, 2025.
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Richard Peller (Rick O’Keefe)
He led an extraordinary life marked by creativity, intellectual curiosity, and a long spiritual journey seeking peace.
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Diversity in journalism revenue streams: a reality check
The Athens County Independent is a signatory on this letter from the Rural News Network urging philanthropic organizations to direct more support to rural newsrooms.
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Where to find cooling centers in Athens County during June’s extreme heat (Updated)
Extreme heat is underway in the region, with a National Weather Service advisory warning in place until 8 p.m. Thursday, June 26.
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The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings, June 23–30, 2025 (Updated)
Public meetings for the week of June 23, 2025.
