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Photo gallery: Stop War Crimes protest
Protestors gathered at the Athens Community Center to protest the US government’s actions in Venezuela and the ICE killing of Renee Good.
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Family sues after bystander killed during Meigs County police chase
A lawsuit alleges the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office created a “death trap” that killed both a fleeing suspect and a bystander during a 2023 high speed pursuit.
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Columbus Road auto care landmark to get new life
Russell’s Riverside Service, closed since 2019, is being converted into a charging station for electric vehicles.
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Athens City Council organizes for new year with new faces
At its first meeting of 2026, council welcomed new members, made committee assignments, heard the law director’s report and discussed water line breaks.
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Athens neighborhood overlay zone legislation progresses
The Athens Planning Commission is working to bring additional, special zoning code to Athens City Council.
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The Scoop News Roundup Jan. 6, 2026
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Jan. 6, 2026.
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The Scoop Announcements Jan. 6, 2026
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Jan. 6, 2026.
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2025: The year in Athens County news
We take a look back at some of the year’s biggest stories — and give you updates on where things stand now.
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Local landlords settle federal sexual harassment case for $480k
While claims against Joe Lucas remain pending, his family members entered the settlement agreement.
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Sunset Shelter renovations stall after two rounds of construction bids
Updates to the former motel are on pause as a result of “higher-than-expected” construction bids, according to the project’s planners.
