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Vote recounts rarely change election outcomes, even in close races
Most states allow recounts when the margin between the top candidates falls within a specific margin, such as 0.5 percentage points.
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Understanding the Electoral College, and how states elect the president
Under the Electoral College system, more weight is given to a single vote in a small state than to the vote of someone in a large state.
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The Scoop News Roundup Nov. 5–11, 2024
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of Nov. 5–11, 2024.
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The Scoop Announcements Nov. 5–11, 2024
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Nov. 5–11, 2024
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Tri-County program fans flames of success for aspiring firefighters
The two-year Fire/EMS program at Tri-County Career Center prepares students for careers as first responders.
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Tri-County program teaches the teachers of new generations
Students studying Early Childhood Education at Tri-County get real-life experience from the program’s licensed preschool.
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Wildfires extinguished in Wayne National Forest
Five wildfires were extinguished in the Wayne National Forest after they ignited on Oct. 30.
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Nelsonville auditor’s report spurs code enforcement, election discussion
Nelsonville City Council discussed code enforcement on vacant properties and the allocation of several funds from the auditor’s report at Monday night’s meeting.
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County employee under investigation after press conference appearance
An Athens County EMS employee — now on leave — spoke about working conditions at an Oct. 24 press conference organized by independent county commissioner candidate Jon Rose.
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Commissioners split on outdoor rec council; city likely to renew support
A reduction in Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia membership fees has revived the question of 2024 support – but the county seems unlikely to pay amid budgetary and “personality” issues.