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Judge: Nelsonville council must consider ordinance on charter petition (Updated)
The city has appealed the order and requested a stay of the order. Another hearing is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 2.
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Regional farms suffer from summer drought
With record heat and rainfall at half of normal in some areas, farmers face financial pressure as they try to keep livestock and crops watered.
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Nelsonville council puts city manager on administrative leave
The council unanimously voted following an executive session Tuesday to place City Manager Tom Cangemi on paid administrative leave indefinitely, pending an external investigation, “based on allegations of misconduct.”
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City of Athens hydrant flushing on East State Street for July 31
The Athens Fire Department will flush and test hydrants on East State Street on Wednesday, July 31, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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Bike path reopening delayed
Paving and reopening of the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway near the fire station on Stimson Avenue is delayed until August 7.
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The Scoop News Roundup July 30 – Aug. 5, 2024
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of July 30–Aug. 5, 2024
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The Scoop Announcements July 30 – Aug. 5, 2024
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of July 30 – Aug. 5, 2024
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Athens County library staff requests voluntary union recognition
The library’s board president supports voluntary recognition of the union.
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Petitioners seek court orders for Nelsonville ballot initiative (Update)
Two Nelsonville residents want the judge to force the city to place an initiative to abolish the city charter on the November ballot.
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Director who transformed Survivor Advocacy Outreach Program leaves
Under Jen Seifert’s leadership, SAOP attracted millions in public funding, and the organization transformed from a small direct service orientation toward one focused in part on transforming the housing market.
