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Athens council continues contentious discussion of temporary housing
In addition to housing, council committees discussed the Shade Tree Commission’s role and reviewed a draft of the 2026 budget.
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Stimson Avenue Bridge early morning closure, Friday, Oct. 31
Stimson Avenue Bridge will be closed to all traffic 3–8 a.m. Friday, Oct. 31, to allow for removal of the barrier wall.
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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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The Scoop Announcements Oct. 28, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Oct. 28, 2025.
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CR 69 (Chase Road) closures in place until Friday, Oct. 31
The location will be between the intersections of Alexander Township Road 44 (Sandusky Road) and CR 17 (Fisher Road), from 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Monday through Friday, weather permitting.
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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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Nelsonville City Council approves former treasurer, council member
The council approved the appointment of a new council member and reapproved the appointment the former city treasurer who resigned in August.

