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The Scoop Announcements June 25 – June 28, 2024
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of June 25 – June 28, 2024
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The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings, June 24–July 1, 2024 (Updated)
Athens County public meetings June 24-28 and Monday, July 1.
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Dog of the Week: Shadow
My love language is cuddling. I was abandoned once and am determined not to let that happen again. I am crate trained, good with cats and dogs, and I love kids.
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Cats of the Week: Samantha and Alvin
This adorable pair is ready for their forever family. They are just about identical and love to cuddle and play! What’s better than 1 kitten? 2 kittens!
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This week’s heat advisory, explained
Athens County summers are usually hot and humid, but this week is ridiculous. We have the scoop on hot terminology and how to stay safe.
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The Scoop Announcements June 18 – June 21, 2024
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of June 18 – June 21, 2024.
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The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings, June 17–21, 2024
Athens County public meetings June 17–21 and Monday, June 24.
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Heat index warnings can save lives on dangerously hot days – if people understand what they mean
You’ve probably heard people say, “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity.” There’s a lot of truth to that phrase, and it’s important to understand it as summer temperatures rise.
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Heat waves can be deadly for older adults: An aging global population and rising temperatures mean millions are at risk
Regardless of where or when a heat wave strikes, one pattern has been a constant: Older adults are the most likely to die from extreme heat, and the crisis is worsening.
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Emergency cooling station at Athens Community Center
Due to anticipated high temperatures, the Athens Community Center is being designated as an emergency cooling station beginning June 17-23.
