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Cat of the Week: Etta
Meet Etta – female, 14 wks Etta is a sweet and playful 14 week old kitten with a big personality and an even bigger love for fun! She spends her days chasing toys, wrestling with her siblings, and exploring everything around her with curiosity and excitement. Etta is a happy girl who brings joy wherever…
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Athens County celebrates Pride Month 2026 (Updated)
From movies, dance and art to trivia, drag shows and a street fair, you have plenty of ways to celebrate our LGBTQ+ community throughout June.
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Southeastern Ohio Rainbow Alliance has Pride — and more
The organization supports queer people — and the whole community — despite political attacks.
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The Scoop News Roundup June 2, 2026
Local Athens County Department of Job and Family Services announced on Monday that Tami Collins has been appointed its new Executive Director. Collins exited retirement to take the position. (Athens County Department of Job and Family Services) Owners of The Mine Tavern said repairs are moving forward months after a structural collapse. Crews are expected…
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Athens County Back to School Kickoff registration ends Friday, June 19, 2026
The event will be held Thursday, August 6, 2026, in Nelsonville.
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College Street to Stimson Avenue closed to eastbound traffic June 3–5, 2026
Road will be closed from 8 a.m. until work is completed for concrete and brick repair.
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Sunset Shelter renovation celebration to be held Friday, June 12, 2026
We invite you to join us at Devil’s Kettle Brewing 4–6 p.m. Friday, June 12.
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Athens City Council to hold work session on Tuesday, June 6
The purpose of the Work Session is to continue Council’s review and discussion of Council Rules.
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Alexander Junior/Senior High School 2025-26, fourth quarter honor roll
Honor roll lists were released in May.
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Recovery Connections of Southeast Ohio ceasing operations
ATHENS, Ohio — Recovery Connections of Southeast Ohio (RCSEO) will cease operations due to the lack of sustainable funding. RCSEO was founded in 2021, as a peer-run organization serving Athens, Hocking, and Vinton Counties, to support individuals in recovery from substance use disorders, RCSEO has provided peer support services, community outreach, and programs designed to…
