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The Scoop News Roundup July 28, 2026
Local Ohio University researchers filed a patent after discovering how a growth hormone drug works at the atomic level by using advanced computer modeling. (Ohio University) Regional The Ohio Controlling Board approved $1 million in funding to help 16 Vinton County children removed from their home in June. The costs associated with the 16 simultaneous…
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Nominations for the 12th annual Athena Award are open
This award recognizes outstanding contributions and service toward people with disabilities.
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Farm Credit Mid-America and Rural 1st® kick off sixth year of Fight the Hunger, Stock the Trailer
This month, the Athens, Gallia, Meigs and Vinton County Fairs are each joining a youth-led statewide effort to fight hunger and give back to local community food banks
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Updated summer construction traffic information in Athens
Beginning Monday, July 27, through Friday, August 14, traffic on Carpenter Street will be reduced to one lane.
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Public hearing regarding CCC Plastics
Athens County Commissioners will hold a public hearing in the evening of Aug. 4 regarding CCC Plastics.
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Carpenter Street lane closure July 27-Aug. 14, 2026
Beginning Monday, July 27, through Friday, August 14, traffic on Carpenter Street will be reduced to one lane.
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Nelsonville Code Enforcement Office finding the same basic safety issue code violations
The most common issue found inspecting rental properties are basic safety issues.
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Nelsonville Utilities Department has started a new service tag program
If you find a service tag on your door, it means that work has been performed at your meter.
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Audit released Tuesday, July 28, 2026
ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio – The Ohio Auditor of State will release the following audit Tuesday, July 28, 2026:
