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House fires displace eight in Athens
House fires in Athens’ Near East and Westside neighborhoods displaced eight Ohio University students over the weekend.
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The Scoop Announcements Feb. 3, 2026
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Feb. 3, 2026.
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The Scoop News Roundup Feb. 3, 2026
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Feb. 3, 2026.
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Columbus Road closure: Monday, Feb. 2
Columbus Road will be closed at number 65, between Second Street and North Lancaster until completion of a water main repair.
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Nelsonville City Council approves 2026 budget
Operating under the charter at city hall, the council received city updates and approved the 2026 budget Tuesday, with a new city manager.
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The Athens News ceases print publication
A nearly 50-year mainstay of local media, the one-time alternative newspaper will now be available only online.
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Chauncey welcomes new mayor, council members at first 2026 meeting
Mayor Frank Campbell proposed having a veto over council and asked to move the Pledge of Allegiance to the top of meeting agendas.
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OU students demand campus protections during anti-ICE walk-out
Hundreds of students gathered around the College Green over fears of an eventual ICE presence on campus.
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Recent state audit did not penalize Athens employees over 2024 scam (Updated)
Insurance covered about one-fourth of the $722,000 loss; the city is in mediation for a share of funds recovered by the bank.
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City vehicle collides with building; water break ices Terrace Drive
This past weekend’s snowfall created slippery conditions in Athens; the county remains on a Level 2.
