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Alexander schools cut gifted education programming, staff member
The decision to eliminate funding for a talented and gifted education coordinator followed voters’ refusal to renew a 1% income tax.
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Ohio University preserves archives following closure of centers
The Ohio University Mahn Center utilizes archives from the three centers that were forced to close by state law.
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Athens High School students start independent publication
The Atomic Cougar Press Association covers local and national news.
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Trimble, FedHock school boards get new faces (Updated)
Voters elected challengers running for seats in the Federal Hocking and Trimble Local school districts.
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Trimble, Fed-Hock and Athens-Meigs ESC see competitive elections
Seats on all Athens County school boards and educational service centers are on the ballot this year, but only three have more candidates than seats.
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Federal, state spending cuts force tough local choices
Area organizations worry about their ability to maintain vital services following funding cutbacks and clawbacks.
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Alexander Junior/Senior High School Honor Roll, first quarter 2025–26
Alexander Junior/Senior High School has released its honor roll for the fourth quarter of the 2025–26 school year.
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Tri-County Career Center Honor Roll, first quarter 2025–26
Tri-County Career Center has released its honor roll for the first quarter of the 2025–26 school year.
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Formerly detained OU professor has long history of Palestine action
Ohio University removed Tom Hayes from his course after Israeli forces detained him while he was trying to deliver aid to Gaza.
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Senate Bill 1 implementation worries Ohio University professors
Beyond its impact on DEI programs, the law mandates elimination of courses and majors, revamps tenure provisions and requires a specific course in American civics.
