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Tri-County program fans flames of success for aspiring firefighters
The two-year Fire/EMS program at Tri-County Career Center prepares students for careers as first responders.
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Tri-County program teaches the teachers of new generations
Students studying Early Childhood Education at Tri-County get real-life experience from the program’s licensed preschool.
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Wildfires extinguished in Wayne National Forest
Five wildfires were extinguished in the Wayne National Forest after they ignited on Oct. 30.
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Nelsonville auditor’s report spurs code enforcement, election discussion
Nelsonville City Council discussed code enforcement on vacant properties and the allocation of several funds from the auditor’s report at Monday night’s meeting.
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County employee under investigation after press conference appearance
An Athens County EMS employee — now on leave — spoke about working conditions at an Oct. 24 press conference organized by independent county commissioner candidate Jon Rose.
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Commissioners split on outdoor rec council; city likely to renew support
A reduction in Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia membership fees has revived the question of 2024 support – but the county seems unlikely to pay amid budgetary and “personality” issues.
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Jones, McCarey talk issues for District 95
A lowkey forum earlier this month featured a polite discussion between the candidates.
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The Scoop Announcements Oct. 29–Nov. 4, 2024
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Oct. 29–Nov. 4, 2024
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Mayor’s zoning board reappointee resigns amid controversy (Updated)
Weeks of controversy have surrounded the mayor’s attempted reappointment of an Athens landlord to the Board of Zoning appeals.

