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Athens High School students present proposal on lunch trays to Board of Education
The Athens City School District is now researching the cost and practicality of replacing plastic lunch trays with stainless steel trays at current and future school buildings.
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The Scoop Announcements July 15, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of July 15, 2025.
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What happens to Athens County’s hazardous waste following disposal
Household hazardous waste is supposed to be collected and disposed of by professionals, but what happens if it’s thrown out in the regular trash?
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Photo gallery: Creek Jam
The JiMiller Band and Rural Action teamed up to present Creek Jam, a benefit concert to support tree planting efforts in local watersheds.
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Athens County Board of Elections issues new guidelines for Nelsonville council seats
The board of elections told city officials that a candidate cannot run for both the statutory and the charter council seats in November.
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Nelsonville ward map to be presented at next council meeting
The Ohio and Athens County Leagues of Women Voters have a draft for a proposed ward map for the city of Nelsonville. Wards can’t be established until 2026 when the statutory government is in place.
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Athens County Public Libraries reacts to final state budget bill
Gov. Mike DeWine signed the state biennium budget, but line-item vetoed a provision that would impact LGBTQ+ content at public libraries.
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How Athens County collects household hazardous waste
Collecting household hazardous waste is a complicated process that relies upon public education and awareness. Often, the waste still winds up in the trash.

