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Dog of the Week: Phideux
PHIDEUX, 3-26-26, neutered lab mx, ~1-2yo, 41#, SEIZED Say bonjour to the latest dog of the week, the frisky Phideux. While his name is pronounced “Fido,” this boy insists on the French spelling. Phideux is a one-year-old’ish male Lab mix who is ready to trade shelter life for a magnifique forever family. As a dedicated Francophile, Phideux…
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Cat of the Week: Jet
Meet Jet – male, 3 years Jet is a gentle soul with a heart full of love, just waiting for the right person to share it with. This sweet, shy guy came to us under difficult circumstances, injured, lost, and unsure of what the future would hold. But through it all, Jet has shown nothing…
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Shared-use path will connect bikeway to State Route 682
Local governments will pay only about 2% of the estimated $1.7 million needed to complete the project.
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Museum inspires confidence to explore and discover
The Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on Columbus Road in Athens brings big-city experiences to Athens County.
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The Scoop News Roundup May 5, 2026
Local The Nelsonville Aquatic Center has been closed due to structural deficiencies, according to city officials. (The Athens Messenger) Heather Rockwell, fiscal officer for the Village of Jacksonville, has been recognized for her work managing the village’s financial systems and supporting local government operations. (Mayor’s Partnership for Progress) Republic of Athens Records in Athens is…
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Lawrence F. Still
Veteran and funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 5 at the Warren-Brown Funeral Home.
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3rd Annual Athens Porchfest scheduled for May 15-17, 2026
The festival showcases the incredible wealth of local musical talent from Athens and the surrounding region.
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Civic and Community Club Meetings for the week of May 4, 2026
Monday, May 4 9:30 a.m.: Monday Morning Mingle, coffee, treats and conversation. First Mondays. Athens Community Center, 701 E. State St., Athens. Tuesday, May 5 10 a.m.: Athens Poetry Writers, Athens Public Library, 30 Home St., Athens. This is not a library-sponsored event. Noon: Peer-to-Peer Recovery Support Meeting, open to all walks of recovery. Athens…
