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Ohio Supreme Court dismisses Nelsonville case to remove ballot positions
The Ohio Supreme Court dismissed a case filed by Nelsonville to remove already-approved positions from the ballot in the November general election.
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Intense summer rains damage crops and harm local businesses
Months of above average rainfall has resulted in crop loss and shrinking revenue for local farmers.
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Emergency railroad crossing closure at SR 56 and Armitage Road
As of 10:30 a.m. Aug. 19, the railroad crossing on SR 682 between SR 56 and Armitage Road will be closed for 4–5 hours for emergency repairs.
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Ohio foundations step up to fund LGBTQ+ college services shut down by SB1
Portage, Athens county foundations provide new outlets of support for the Kent State and Ohio University communities.
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Table for Tara: Comfort, affordability and a few surprises at Shade on State
Casual and affordable, Shade on State on Athens’ Far East side features an expansive lineup of American favorites and 20 beers on draft.
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The Scoop News Roundup Aug. 19, 2025
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Aug. 19, 2025.
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The Scoop Announcements Aug. 19, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Aug. 19, 2025.
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Donna M. Ahle
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday August 20, 2025, at the Morrison Funeral Chapel, Glouster-Bishopville with Jon Hanning officiating. Interment will be in the Maplewood Cemetery, Glouster. A visitation will take place on Wednesday from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
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Jill A. Dennis
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday August 22, 2025 at the Bishopville Church of Christ with Ron Fierce officiating. Interment will be in Beechgrove Cemetery, Perry County. A visitation will take place at the church on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
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Nelsonville’s West Washington Street closed Monday, Aug. 18
The street closure is necessary for a waterline replacement project.
