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The Scoop News Roundup Sept. 30, 2025
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Sept. 30, 2025.
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The Scoop Announcements Sept. 30, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Sept. 30, 2025.
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Stimson Avenue Bridge to close Friday, Oct. 3
The City of Athens announced Sept. 26 that the Stimson Avenue Bridge will be completely closed 3–7 a.m. Friday, Oct. 3.
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SR 56 and SR 682 roundabout construction traffic delays
Please seek an alternative route during this time period if at all possible.
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Ohio Supreme Court upholds rejection of Nelsonville election case
The court denied the city’s second motion for reconsideration in its case involving the repeal of Issue 23 and removal of statutory races from the Nov. 4 general election ballot.
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Athens council confirms Conestoga hut support over law director advice
Athens Law Director Lisa Eliason said an ordinance allowing temporary shelters at The Gathering Place constitutes spot zoning.
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Senate Bill 1 implementation worries Ohio University professors
Beyond its impact on DEI programs, the law mandates elimination of courses and majors, revamps tenure provisions and requires a specific course in American civics.
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Newly appointed council member resigns from Nelsonville City Council
Council President Gregg Clement announced during Monday’s meeting that newly appointed council member Wesley Henderson has resigned.
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Rising Appalachia hopes to turn coal mining land into community forest
The group recently secured substantial funding to move toward its goal, but it has a long way to go.
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Costly net frustrates Athens officials after OU closes driving range
The city spent $273k on netting to protect soccer players from errant golf balls from Ohio University’s now-defunct driving range.
