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Athens appeals plastic bag ban decision
The city has yet to put forward its full argument, but said it objects to a local judge’s decision granting summary judgment in the state’s favor.
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Burrowing pest threatens area pawpaws
An infestation of ambrosia beetles has killed half the pawpaw trees at Integration Acres’ orchard, taking advantage of several years of environmental stress.
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The Scoop Announcements Sept. 24–30, 2024
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Sept. 24–30, 2024
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The Scoop News Roundup Sept. 24–30, 2024
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Sept. 24–30, 2024.
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Tri-County students build Habitat for Humanity home in Nelsonville
Tri-County’s Construction Trades program builds a house each year. Habitat for Humanity builds houses. A partnership was a no-brainer.
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Ohio Ballot Board OKs misleading language for state Issue 1
The approved language for the Nov. 5 ballot says the measure would require gerrymandering, when it’s intended to eliminate it.
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The Scoop News Roundup Sept. 17–23, 2024
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Sept. 17–23, 2024.
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The Scoop Announcements Sept. 17–23, 2024
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Sept. 17–23, 2024
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Former Athens County Auditor’s Office employee charged with theft in office
Former Deputy Auditor Kristen Andrews faces two third-degree felony charges.
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Pawpaw eating contest winner passionate about the species
Mike Fisher won the contest this year, eating a pound of pawpaw pulp and cleaning 20 seeds faster than anyone else.
