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Franklin Avenue closed in Athens: Feb. 12, 2026
Franklin Avenue will be closed from Spring Street to Madison Avenue, and Madison Avenue southbound lane will be closed from Spring Street to State Street Thursday, Feb. 12. The work will begin at 8:30 a.m.
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Athens proposal for police-controlled drone program does not fly
The city council also discussed taking over ownership of its streetlights and a proposed retirement incentive program.
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Ethics committee could still investigate Sen. Chavez despite GOP claims
Ohio Senate Republican leadership last week said allegations against Brian Chavez by an environmental group had “failed.”
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Nelsonville-York mock trial team offers students career-building confidence
Two mock trial teams from Nelsonville-York High School recently attended — and won awards — at their first competition.
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Local issues, petitions filed for May 2026 primary (Updated)
Athens County voters will decide on 10 issues total.
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The Scoop Announcements Feb. 10, 2026
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Feb. 10, 2026.
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The Scoop News Roundup Feb. 10, 2026
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Feb. 10, 2026.
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East First Street in The Plains closed to traffic beginning Monday, Feb. 9
East 1st Street in The Plains will be closed to traffic starting Monday, Feb 9.
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Nelsonville boil order through Feb. 7, 2026
Nelsonville Water Department has issued a boil order for Jackson Street from Watkins Street to Desteiguer Street, Watkins Street from East Canal Street to Railroad Street, Myers Street, and Patton Street.
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Ridges board prepares for state property transfer
As The Ridges New Community Authority prepares for a roughly 27-acre transfer, the 317 Board works to secure rezoning on a tight deadline.
