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The Scoop News Roundup May 27, 2025
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of May 27, 2025.
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The Scoop Announcements May 27, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of May 27, 2025.
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Local organizations lose AmeriCorps VISTA service members
The Trump administration cut funding for the program, intended to combat poverty by matching service members with community support and cultural organizations.
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Ohio University appeals state decision certifying faculty union (Updated)
Organizers continue to warn that a decision in OU’s favor could hinder organized labor across the state.
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Fed Hock board reinstates teacher contracts
Community speakers praised high school principal Jake Amlin, who was fired last month, and criticized Superintendent Jason Spencer.
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Council approves Columbus Road shared-use path project
Despite hesitation voiced by a council member last week, the council unanimously approved a $1.4 million project to construct a shared-use path on Columbus Road.
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Trimble nonprofit plows legacy of giving to school district
Since 2002, the Trimble Local Textbook & Supplies Foundation has provided nearly $1 million in educational materials to the district.
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Village officials plan big for the future of Albany
Albany Village Council heard the first reading of the proposed resolution at its regular meeting May 21.
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Monthly farmers market will bring fresh food to Nelsonville
The market will be held June through October on the first Wednesday of each month from 4–7 p.m. in the parking lot of the Athens County Community Cares Resource Center.
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Trimble rejects further teaching cuts — for now (Updated)
The Trimble Local Board of Education voted 3-1 against cutting additional teaching positions, but will reconsider cuts at a special meeting May 22.
