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Avalanche Pizza to donate 300 bags of food to the public
Bags for anyone in need of food on Sunday, Aug. 17 from 9 a.m. until they are all gone at two locations in Athens County.
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When controversial politics come up, try to listen
If Nancy Epling was arrested in a demonstration against white supremacy, I would respect her opinion, and I would not expect her to be fired for having to take leave to served her sentence.
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The Scoop News Roundup Aug. 12, 2025
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Aug. 12, 2025.
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The Scoop Announcements Aug. 12, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Aug. 12, 2025.
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West Carpenter Street closed to eastbound traffic Thursday, Aug. 14
West Carpenter Street will be closed to eastbound traffic for a water line repair Thursday, Aug. 14 from North Lancaster Street to North Congress Street. Road will be closed from 8 a.m. until work is completed.
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The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings, Aug. 11–18, 2025
Public meetings for the week of Aug. 11, 2025.
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Business is business, and getting political is grounds to be fired
This woman was making others uncomfortable and didn’t come to work for 30 days. She deserved to be fired, as most anyone would.
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Sunday Creek Valley Water District Peach Ridge water tank maintenance
Sunday Creek Valley Water District announced Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, that it will be performing maintenance on Peach Ridge Water Tank for the next three weeks.
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Workplace conflict isn’t news – it’s ground for growth
I’m sorry things turned ugly for a few of the staff. Unfortunately, that’s life.
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Reporting about disgruntled employees is one-sided tabloid gossip
The Athens Independent hasn’t made news with this article, only promoted Epling as she grinds her axe. In a time and place where we need real thoughtful and independent journalism, this article provided neither.
