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A divided FedHock board votes to eliminate teaching positions
The decision vote drew jeers from the large audience, several of whom warned that the move would lead more students to leave the district.
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FedHock board warns staff, public about social media conduct
The board issued a formal verbal warning to Superintendent Jason Spencer and an informal one to district staff — about social media use.
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The Scoop Announcements March 18–21, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of March 18–22, 2025.
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Students, community brace for elimination of DEI at Ohio University
With Senate Bill 1 moving through the Ohio Legislature, students, faculty and community members are preparing for major changes at Ohio University, including the loss of OU’s Multicultural Center, Women’s Center, and Pride Center.
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New Athens County 911/EMA center opens
After years of development and a sales tax levy, a brand new Athens County 911/EMA center is set to open this month.
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Plans revealed for SR 682/56 roundabout construction
Athens City Council discussed that project Monday night along with a makeover of the northern end of Uptown and this year’s street closures.
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Five city deer harvested through pilot program
The city of Athens pilot deer hunt harvested five deer and provided valuable data for the future of program.
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Photo Gallery: Community members gather to protest Senate Bill 1 (Updated)
Around 70 community members gathered in front of Cutler Hall on Ohio University’s College Green on Wednesday afternoon to protest Ohio Senate Bill 1.
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Nelsonville law director suggests appointing plaintiffs in lawsuit against city to fill council seats
With a looming deadline to fill vacant seats and no applications for them, City Law Director Jonathan Robe suggested appointing two residents who are suing the city over council positions.

