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Officials warn of potential pitfalls of abolishing Nelsonville city charter
Issue 23, an initiative to abolish the city charter, was the topic of a special meeting of Nelsonville City Council Monday night.
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Business owner raises questions about Uptown street closures
Cool Digs owner Sara Quoia said that Uptown streets have been closed multiple times this year without council’s approval.
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Mobility access improvements coming to Strouds Run
Strouds Run State Park will add a ramp to the beach, a kayak launch, playground and updated restrooms thanks to mobility access advocates.
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Drought relief funds pose challenge for local farmers
USDA drought relief funds have helped some Athens County farmers but have left some specialty growers behind
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Council of governments absorbs local recycling center
Here’s where things stand for the recycling center, now that its assets and employees have officially become part of the Southeast Ohio Recycling Terminal.
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High court races will decide Ohio’s energy future
The court’s current and potential docket includes decisions on solar farms, the HB6 scandal and fracking under state parks.
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Disputes over access intensify as early voting begins
A new lawsuit filed with the Ohio Supreme Court claims that recent restrictions on those helping disabled voters violate the federal Voting Rights Act.
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The Scoop Announcements Oct. 9–14, 2024
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Oct. 9–14, 2024
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The Scoop News Roundup Oct. 9–14, 2024
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Oct. 9–14, 2024.
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Over 20 issues make the Athens County ballot (Updated)
A state constitutional amendment, five countywide tax levies, 16 local tax levies and two local issues … what’s on your ballot?
