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Memorial Health works to open Athens facility
The Athens Medical Campus stands tall at 206 Columbus Road, and will not only feature a full emergency department, but is also set to house a variety of medical specialists. The facility is owned and operated by Memorial Health System, a regional medical provider expanding into the area. Given their previous work in Marietta, expanding into Athens was the next logical step, Scott Cantley, the president and CEO of the Memorial Health System, said. ...
A historic Athens children’s home site has been commemorated with a colorful mural
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Every symbol on the new mural on the East State Street underpass, from paper airplanes to peanut butter sandwiches to pinwheels, tells a unique story. These stories celebrate the people of Athens and their commitment to caring for needy children. The mural also connects to the past and celebrates the future.
Dr. Hwa-Wei Lee: The 'father of Ohio libraries'
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Like most inventions, the name of the person who created the device goes unnoticed. Such is the case with Dr. Hwa-Wei Lee, unless you live in the library world. “The prominence of this library rose significantly under his leadership,” said Janet Hulm, interim Dean of University...
Athens and Jackson county organizations receive funds to improve housing access
The Athens County Land Reutilization Corporation and Jackson County Land Reutilization Corporation will receive grants to improve access to housing. On Wednesday, Gov. Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik announced nearly $29.5 million in awards to help improve housing access in Ohio. The Athens County Land Reutilization Corporation will receive $550,000 in grants to purchase one residential property, split into six parcels...
Fate of Athens Hocking Recycling Center may rest on a proposed property fee
NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) – Efforts to save the Athens Hocking Recycling Center may hinge on a proposed fee on property owners. The fee would apply to all properties with structures on them in Athens and Hocking Counties. The amount of the fee has not yet been determined. The Athens...
Hocking County real estate transfers
May 20–24. Listed prices do not necessarily reflect actual property values. • Mary J. Gerber and Patsy A. Cole, 24027 state Route 56, to Appalachia Ohio Alliance, $329,000. • Scioto Land Company LLC, 280 acres, Pole Ridge Road, to Appalachia Ohio Alliance, $1.736 million. • Thomas F. and Terese M. Houle, 20358 Buena Vista Road,...
Buckeye Hills director elected to National Association of Development Organizations board
Chasity Schmelzenbach, executive director of Buckeye Hills Regional Council, was recently elected to the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) Board of Directors for the 2024-2026 term. Schmelzenbach represents the Midwest region on the 66-member national board. The NADO Board of Directors oversees the association’s budget and operations and develops policy on issues affecting Regional Development Organizations (RDOs). The organization was founded in 1967 to provide training, information, and representation for RDOs throughout the United States. Today, NADO member organizations serve local governments and the...
City employees lodge no confidence vote against auditor
LOGAN — Several current and former employees of the City of Logan brought a vote of no confidence against auditor Britny Keeton at Tuesday night’s meeting of city council. Chris Smith, a representative of the Ohio Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association (OPBA), spoke on behalf of the local OPBA, the local fireman’s union, and city employees represented under Local #002A. “All three raised a vote of no confidence, and each returned with...
The Scoop: News Roundup May 28–June 3, 2024
Just because the city of Athens is en route to join the Southeast Ohio Recycling Terminal Council of Governments doesn’t mean those Rumpke cans are leaving anytime soon: the city has no intention of changing its trash provider. (WOUB) Indy context: On May 16, the Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District...
Watchdog report spotlights trend of investor-owned rental homes in U.S. housing market
Nationwide, institutional investor-owned homes account for about two to three percent of rental homes, a federal Government Accountability Office report finds. It's as high as 25 percent in some cities.
Group raising funds to build park in Stewart
STEWART — The Rome Township Community Park committee is working hard to raise the funds necessary to create a community park in Stewart, and recently received a large pledge from Brent and Cindy Hayes. The Hayes have pledged to match all donations up to $10,000 until July 1, Tracy Clem, one of the project’s founders, said. Additionally, the group is working to raise donations through a variety of methods including a lemonade stand and a “buy a day” campaign which allows donors to choose a...
Nelsonville joins solid waste council of governments
NELSONVILLE, Ohio — At its meeting Monday night, Nelsonville City Council passed a resolution for the city to join the recently formed local council of governments for waste and recycling services. The resolution authorizes the city manager to enter into an agreement with the Southeast Ohio Recycling Terminal Council...
The Scoop: Announcements May 28–June 3, 2024
Note: All information is current as of The Scoop’s production on Tuesday morning. Click the links for the most up-to-date information. UPDATED Nelsonville 911 service changes: Effective May 30, the nonemergency number for the Nelsonville Police Department (740-753-1736) will ring into a phone tree with options for callers. Call 911 for emergencies.
Recycling official outlines potential benefits for city of joining SORT
LOGAN — Crissa Cummings, director of the Athens-Hocking Recycling Center (AHRC), visited city council Thursday to talk about the Southeast Ohio Recycling Terminal (SORT), a recently-formed council of governments in the region meant to provide recycling, compost, and waste services. Council held its first of three readings on potentially joining SORT, which would come with a minimal $500 in annual dues. The council of governments is currently made up of...
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