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Athens emergency warming center moves to United Campus Ministry
The warming center will be held at UCM this year in partnership with The Gathering Place.
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The Scoop Announcements Dec. 16, 2025 (Updated)
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Dec. 16, 2025.
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East State Street road closure, Tuesday, Dec. 16
East State Street will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 74 E. State St., for storm sewer investigation.
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Another lawsuit seeks clarity on impending Nelsonville transition
The council remained productive at its regular Monday meeting as the city moves rapidly toward an uncertain future.
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Nelsonville and Buchtel boil order through Dec. 14, 2025
The Nelsonville Water Department Crews are working on a 12-inch water line break between DeStieger Street and Harper Street. It may cause low to no water pressure to the east end of Nelsonville., and low pressure in the Village of Buchtel.
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Temporary shelter ordinance moves closer to final passage
An ordinance that would allow conditional permits for temporary shelters in R-3 and B-3 zones is inching towards a vote.
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State report shows extent of mining activity in Athens County
A new report from the ODNR shows the degree and economic impact of mining in the county and state.
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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.

