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Athens proposal for police-controlled drone program does not fly
The city council also discussed taking over ownership of its streetlights and a proposed retirement incentive program.
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Ethics committee could still investigate Sen. Chavez despite GOP claims
Ohio Senate Republican leadership last week said allegations against Brian Chavez by an environmental group had “failed.”
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Nelsonville-York mock trial team offers students career-building confidence
Two mock trial teams from Nelsonville-York High School recently attended — and won awards — at their first competition.
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Local issues, petitions filed for May 2026 primary (Updated)
Athens County voters will decide on 10 issues total.
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The Scoop Announcements Feb. 10, 2026
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Feb. 10, 2026.
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The Scoop News Roundup Feb. 10, 2026
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Feb. 10, 2026.
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East First Street in The Plains closed to traffic beginning Monday, Feb. 9
East 1st Street in The Plains will be closed to traffic starting Monday, Feb 9.
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Nelsonville boil order through Feb. 7, 2026
Nelsonville Water Department has issued a boil order for Jackson Street from Watkins Street to Desteiguer Street, Watkins Street from East Canal Street to Railroad Street, Myers Street, and Patton Street.
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Ridges board prepares for state property transfer
As The Ridges New Community Authority prepares for a roughly 27-acre transfer, the 317 Board works to secure rezoning on a tight deadline.
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Athens Farmers Market fundraising for permanent pavilion
The facility, on the grounds of the Athens Community Center, would give the 50-year-old farmers market a permanent home.
