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Nelsonville City Council welcomes new clerk, auditor (Updated)
The council at its April 13 meeting gave its council clerk a raise.
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City talks expanding DORA, Porchfest street closure
Athens City Council may extend DORA to the West Side, and will decide next week on a street closure for the Porchfest finale.
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Don Slagle
Friends may call 1–2 p.m. Saturday, May 2 at Jagers & Sons Funeral Home,. A graveside service will be held at West Union St. Cemetery at 3 p.m.
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Dog of the Week: Moss
MOSS, 3-26-26, neutered shepherd/husky mx, ~1yo, 31#, FOUND on Monserat Ridge Rd, Millfield Looking for the Goldilocks of dogs? Meet Moss! At one year old and a sturdy 30 pounds, Moss is the ultimate “just right” size – small enough to cuddle in your lap, but big enough for any adventure. Moss has gone on…
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Cat of the Week: Peg Bundy
Peg Bundy is a stunning 2-year-old black cat who came to us when her previous caretakers had to move. They clearly cared for her deeply and made sure she would find a safe, loving place to land. Though she was quite shy at first, she has blossomed during her time with us and continues to…
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Nelsonville Dog Park soft opening scheduled for Friday, May 1, 2026
The Nelsonville Dog Park is located at 1157 Dog Park Lane, Nelsonville.
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Daniel R. Sharp
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday May 2, 2026, at the Bishopville Church of Christ.
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The Scoop News Roundup April 28, 2026
Local Athens Bread Company is for sale and until new ownership is in place, the East State Street business will reduce its hours of operation and offerings. (Athens Bread Company) Strouds Run is set to become the first park in the region to make rock climbing available to visitors. (WOUB) Over 50 workers at Wayne…

