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Stimson Avenue Bridge closure: July 28–29, 2025
Stimson Avenue Bridge will be closed to traffic from 10 p.m. Monday, July 28 to 8 a.m. Tuesday, July 29.
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Reducing and recycling household hazardous waste year-round in Athens County
Outside of regular collection days, a number of programs in Athens County help residents safely dispose of household hazardous waste.
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Trimble schools will seek 1% earned income tax levy (Updated)
The Trimble board of education passed a resolution of necessity July 21, the first step toward getting the measure on the November general election ballot.
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Federal Hocking board paid $70k to part with former superintendent
The district also faces a lawsuit over its termination of the former high school principal, a move recommended by former superintendent Jason Spencer.
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Stewart Farmers Market starts a new tradition in Rome Township
The Monday market will be held through fall at the Federal Valley Resource Center, allowing residents to buy homemade and homegrown goods without traveling to Athens.
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Athens vendors may continue providing plastic bags after city loses legal fight
The Fourth District Court of Appeals upheld a lower court’s decision that the city’s bag ban is unconstitutional. The city is considering whether to appeal to the Ohio Supreme Court.
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Road closure along CR 29 – Big Bailey Run Road begins Thursday, June 24
This will be a rolling closure lasting for two days, weather permitting, with access through to local residents/emergency vehicles.
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The Scoop Announcements July 22, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of July 22, 2025.
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The Scoop News Roundup July 22, 2025
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of July 22, 2025.
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State Route 682 closed at railroad crossing for emergency repairs
The railroad crossing at State Route 682 will be closed 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Monday, July 21 for emergency repairs by the railroad company.
