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OU student launches statehouse primary bid (Updated)
James Joyce, a junior studying computer science and AI, will challenge an Eastern Ohio man in the Democratic primary for House District 95.
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Free bus rides for APT at least another year
Ridership on Athens Public Transit increased by 13% last year, HAPCAP told Athens City Council.
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Boil order for Village of Buchtel, 5339, 5534, 5532 and 5530 Happy Hollow Road through noon, March 28, 2026
A boil order has been issued for the Village of Buchtel, and 5339, 5534, 5532 and 5530 Happy Hollow Road through noon Saturday, March 28.
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Alexander Junior/Senior High School 2025-26, third quarter honor roll
Alexander Jr./Sr. High School has released its most recent honor roll list for grades 6–12.
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Athens City proposed income tax levy town hall to be held Tuesday, March 31, 2026
The town hall will take place 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, at the Athens Community Center
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Nelsonville-York students inducted into honor societies
Students at Nelsonville-York were inducted honor societies on March 6, 2026. Submitted photo.
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The Scoop News Roundup March 24, 2026
All information is current as of The Scoop’s production on Monday afternoon. Click the links for the most up-to-date information. The Athens County Independent believes the cited sources of information are reliable; however, these sources are responsible for the accuracy of their own reporting. Submit news and information to info@athensindependent.com by noon on Mondays for…
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Boil order for Village of Butchel and Happy Hollow Road through March 25, 2026
The boil order is due to a water leak repair.
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Ongoing traffic announcements for week of March 23, 2026
Traffic in Athens County from ODOT, City of Athens, Village of Amesville and City of Nelsonville.
