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Fact-checking the proposed Athens city income tax hike
Officials have given a number of reasons why voters should approve hiking the tax to 2.25% during Tuesday’s primary election.
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Geoscientist says landslides like Joneswood Drive’s are common in Appalachia
Daniel Sturmer, an associate professor of geosciences at University of Cincinnati, answered questions about the nature of landslides and slippages.
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Joe Burrow Foundation, Hocking College launch 740 Rescue Kitchen
The two entities partnered to take surplus food that would have gone into landfills and turn it into meals for community members facing hunger.
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Athens City School District retains controversial athletic director
At its April 17 meeting, the board of education approved a new two-year contract for Eric Sholtis, despite opposition from parents of student athletes.
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Athens council discusses 2025 street paving schedule
Council committees also discussed completion of the Armory renovation project and learned about a new free fare initiative on Athens Public Transit.
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The Scoop Announcements April 29, 2025
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of April 29, 2025.
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The Scoop News Roundup April 29, 2025
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of April 29, 2025.
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City approves $600k for Joneswood repairs
The city also moved to pursue a lawsuit against a Woodward Avenue property owner who sought a retroactive permit for work in the city’s right-of-way.
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Growing Chesterhill Produce Auction has been a two-decade labor of love
Thanks to investments made since 2005, farmers in southeast Ohio have been able to sell their produce directly to residents.
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Federal action could increase logging in the Wayne National Forest
About 83% of the Wayne is classified as suitable for logging, but environmentalists warn that an uptick would damage the forest’s ecosystems.