Dog of the Week: Linus By Friends of the Shelter Dogs ● Adoptable Pets ● February 4, 2026 1-20-26, male terrier mx, ~3yo, 102#, FOUND on SR 691, Nelsonville.
Cat of the Week: Rob Thomas By Athens County Humane Society ● Adoptable Pets ● February 4, 2026 male 3 years old
The Scoop Announcements Feb. 3, 2026 By Athens County Independent staff ● Announcements ● February 3, 2026 Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Feb. 3, 2026.
Columbus Road closure: Monday, Feb. 2 By City of Athens ● Announcements ● February 2, 2026 Columbus Road will be closed at number 65, between Second Street and North Lancaster until completion of a water main repair.
The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings, Feb. 2, 2026 (Updated) By Athens County Independent staff ● Public Meetings ● February 2, 2026 Public meetings for the week of Feb. 2, 2026.
Dog of the Week: Polar By Friends of the Shelter Dogs ● Adoptable Pets ● January 28, 2026 1-16-26, fem. terrier mx, ~6-7mo, 34#, FOUND w/Red & Tulip on Carr Rd, Nelsonville.
Cat of the Week: Finn By Athens County Humane Society ● Adoptable Pets ● January 28, 2026 Meet Finn! Approximately 1 year old
2026 Ohio election dates and deadlines By Athens County Independent staff ● Elections ● January 27, 2026 Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose released a comprehensive 2026 elections calendar.
The Scoop Announcements Jan. 27, 2026 By Athens County Independent staff ● Announcements ● January 27, 2026 Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Jan. 27, 2026.
The Bulletin Board: Public Meetings, Jan. 26, 2026 (Updated) By Athens County Independent staff ● Public Meetings ● January 26, 2026 Public meetings for the week of Jan. 26, 2026.