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The Scoop Announcements June 18 – June 21, 2024
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of June 18 – June 21, 2024.
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The Scoop News Roundup June 18 – 21, 2024
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of June 18 – 21, 2024.
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Heat index warnings can save lives on dangerously hot days – if people understand what they mean
You’ve probably heard people say, “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity.” There’s a lot of truth to that phrase, and it’s important to understand it as summer temperatures rise.
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Heat waves can be deadly for older adults: An aging global population and rising temperatures mean millions are at risk
Regardless of where or when a heat wave strikes, one pattern has been a constant: Older adults are the most likely to die from extreme heat, and the crisis is worsening.
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Emergency cooling station at Athens Community Center
Due to anticipated high temperatures, the Athens Community Center is being designated as an emergency cooling station beginning June 17-23.
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Athens City Council members talk cannabis zoning
At Monday’s meetings, Athens City Council committees addressed recommendations on tobacco and cannabis zoning and adjusting the payment structure for two municipal court employees, which would help the city’s struggling general fund.
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Explainer: What’s happening to your local waste services center (Updated)
As a new local council of governments forms, Athens-Hocking Recycling Centers, Inc. continues to receive questions from the public about what’s next.
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Nelsonville recognizes young lifeguard for saving small child (Updated)
Nelsonville City Council adopted a resolution Monday night to recognize a young lifeguard for her heroism.
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The Scoop Announcements June 11 – June 14, 2024
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of June 11 – June 14, 2024.
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The Scoop News Roundup June 11 – 14, 2024
Our weekly roundup of local, regional and state news for the week of June 11 – 14, 2024.
