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Sunset Shelter Project property revamp begins, focuses on safety
Renovations to the Columbus Road property continue as community-driven plans for shelter programming and operations develop.
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Athens admin looks to take authority away from Shade Tree Commission (Updated)
The city’s proposed changes would also substantially reduce the number of trees required at new development projects. Commission members have objected to the changes, saying they will benefit developers at the expense of the city’s urban canopy.
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Athens council hears from public on proposed Conestoga huts project
A pilot program in Uptown Athens that would provide temporary shelter to unhoused persons drew mostly positive comments from the public at Monday evening’s Athens City Council meeting, although some voiced opposition.
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The Scoop News Roundup Sept. 9, 2025
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Sept. 9, 2025.
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The Scoop Announcements Sept. 9, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Sept. 9, 2025.
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City of Athens fire hydrant flushing for Sept. 5, 2025
The Fire Department will be flushing and testing hydrants Friday September 5, 10am-4pm.
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Board of elections denies Nelsonville write-in candidate protest (Updated)
The Athens County Board of Elections on Thursday denied a protest filed against write-in candidates who have been certified to run for office this November, in races based upon Issue 23.
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Nelsonville residents, council members quarrel following special meeting
After the council adjourned a special meeting without public comment, some displeased attendees still voiced their concerns with council members.
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Local organizations drive big changes in Glouster
Public, nonprofit and private organizations have come together to update dilapidated buildings on Glouster’s High Street and bring businesses, housing and social services into the village.
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Athens council lowers sale price of two city-owned homes
The city amended an ordinance Tuesday night to authorize the sale of the two city-owned single-family homes to the Athens Metropolitan Housing Authority for $282,520.