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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.
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Sara Lou (Roberts) Green
ATHENS, Ohio –– Sara Lou (Roberts) Green, 92, of Athens, Ohio, passed away on June 18, 2025 at her home. Sara was born March 16, 1933 to Lola Ester (Kennard) Roberts and Delmer A. Roberts in Morgan County, Ohio. Sara was preceded in death by her parents and her husband John (Jack) Green as well…
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Patricia A. Holbert
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday June 25, 2025, at the Glouster Church of Christ with Greg Holbert and Terry Holbert officiating.
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Lynette Lowry
A memorial graveside service will be held at New Marshfield Cemetery at a later date.
