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Athens City Council considers sidewalks as part of roundabout
Sidewalks, as proposed for the SR 682/56 roundabout project scheduled for construction starting this summer, drew concern from two Athens City Council members during a related ordinance’s first reading on Monday.
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Teacher layoffs coming to Trimble schools
According to the union president, about a dozen teachers will be laid off.
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Chauncey sewer project expected to be complete by July
After decades of disrepair, Chauncey’s sewer system is finally getting an upgrade. The village expects to make further infrastructure improvements soon.
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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.

