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Athens neighborhood overlay zone legislation progresses
The Athens Planning Commission is working to bring additional, special zoning code to Athens City Council.
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The Scoop News Roundup Jan. 6, 2026
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Jan. 6, 2026.
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The Scoop Announcements Jan. 6, 2026
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Jan. 6, 2026.
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2025: The year in Athens County news
We take a look back at some of the year’s biggest stories — and give you updates on where things stand now.
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Local landlords settle federal sexual harassment case for $480k
While claims against Joe Lucas remain pending, his family members entered the settlement agreement.
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Sunset Shelter renovations stall after two rounds of construction bids
Updates to the former motel are on pause as a result of “higher-than-expected” construction bids, according to the project’s planners.
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Brothers arrested locally remain in ICE custody despite dismissals
Victor Laverde Laguna and Gregory Laverde Laguna are still in ICE custody, even though their Athens County criminal cases were dismissed.
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Council passes 2026 budget; also approves temporary shelter ordinance
Athens City Council voted 6-1 on both its 2026 budget and an ordinance that allows the conditional permitted use of temporary shelters in businesses and residential zones.
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County Job and Family Services in ‘precarious’ position, making cuts
Programs and staff are taking a hit at Athens County Job and Family Services amid a fiscal crisis of an uncertain scale.
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Athens emergency warming center moves to United Campus Ministry
The warming center will be held at UCM this year in partnership with The Gathering Place.
