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Athens Farmers Market fundraising for permanent pavilion
The facility, on the grounds of the Athens Community Center, would give the 50-year-old farmers market a permanent home.
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Athens adopts hiring freeze, gets more pushback on proposed utility fee
Athens City Council adopted a resolution asking the administration to freeze hiring to keep the city’s cash reserves stable.
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Washington County deer harvest dropped by over 80% this season
As Southeast Ohio’s deer population rebounds from disease, Ohio may continue hunting restrictions in the region for the 2026–27 season.
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House fires displace eight in Athens
House fires in Athens’ Near East and Westside neighborhoods displaced eight Ohio University students over the weekend.
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The Scoop Announcements Feb. 3, 2026
Our weekly roundup of announcements from government and community organizations for the week of Feb. 3, 2026.
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Columbus Road closure: Monday, Feb. 2
Columbus Road will be closed at number 65, between Second Street and North Lancaster until completion of a water main repair.
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Nelsonville City Council approves 2026 budget
Operating under the charter at city hall, the council received city updates and approved the 2026 budget Tuesday, with a new city manager.
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The Athens News ceases print publication
A nearly 50-year mainstay of local media, the one-time alternative newspaper will now be available only online.


