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Central Ohio data center expansion prompts debate in Lancaster

GREENFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WCMH) — Google is expanding its data center footprint in Fairfield County. The company purchased more than 100 acres of land attached to its current data center campus, next to homes in Greenfield Township. “The character of our community has changed completely,” resident Brooks Rice said. NBC4 previously told you about the […]

Lancaster, OH · 11d

NewsForce 24/7

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Athens County Field of Forever Flowers Honors Kids Facing Childhood Cancer

A permanent field of handcrafted flowers is taking root in Athens County, built to honor children and families whose lives have been changed by childhood cancer. Ohio University announced the Field of Forever Flowers on Oct. 28, a project led by the university’s Barbara Geralds Institute for Storytelling and Social Impact with community partners Hideaway […]

Athens County, OH · 9d

NewsForce 24/7

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Final Early Voting Days Arrive in Athens County Before Nov. 3 Election

Athens County voters have four days left to vote early in person before the Tuesday, November 3, 2026 general election, with all early voting in the county at a single location in Athens. According to the Athens County Board of Elections, early voting is held at the board office at 15 S. Court St., Room […]

Athens County, OH · 9d

sciotovalleyguardian.com

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16 veterans harvest 11 deer in ODNR archery hunt at Zaleski State Forest

ZALESKI, Ohio — Sixteen military veterans harvested 11 deer during a guided archery hunt this month at Zaleski State Forest, part of an annual event the Ohio Department of Natural Resources runs for veterans with disabilities. The hunt ran free of charge for participants from Oct. 10 to Oct....

Zaleski, OH · 11d

athensindependent.com

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Charter school seeks Nelsonville Public Square location (Updated)

NELSONVILLE, Ohio — Southeast Ohio Classical Academy, a charter school with a campus in Logan, is working to expand to include a building on the Nelsonville Public Square. Formerly the Athens County Community Cares Resource Center, the building at 10 W. Washington would require a zoning variance to permit a school that would be part of SOCA.

Nelsonville, OH · 8d

athensindependent.com

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Tri-County celebrates new student services, facilities

NELSONVILLE, Ohio — The Tri-County Career Center Board of Education celebrated new facilities and recently expanded student services for adults and high school sophomores at its meeting Tuesday, Oct. 20. The meeting was the second recent acknowledgment of Tri-County Career Center’s recent expansions. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Thursday,...

Nelsonville, OH · 9d

WHIZ

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Muskingum County K-9 Adoption Center Dog of the Week; Meet Tiny!

ZANESVILLE, OH – This Week’s Dog of the Week isn’t quite ready for her forever home, but she’s getting there thanks to the generosity of the community. Meet Tiny! She’s a one to two-year-old pup who came to the K-9 Adoption Center as a Humane Case along with a few other dogs who were living in deplorable conditions.

Muskingum County, OH · 9d

Perry County Tribune

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Commissioners announce new Family & Children First Council coordinator

NEW LEXINGTON — The Perry County commissioners announced at their weekly meeting on Wednesday that Karen Chennells was recently hired as the new Perry County Family and Children First Council coordinator. They explained that the council was very excited to get the position filled, and described Chennells as someone who already has experience within the complex world of social services and with the Board of Developmental Disabilities. They also agreed to allow board President Scott Owen to sign a change order for Junction City’s drainage, sidewalks and storm sewer revisions, which are part of an ongoing revitalization project. As another part of the revitalization project, he was authorized to sign an amendment regarding an extension for HAPCAP. This also applied to a neighborhood revitalization project in Shawnee. Later, they authorized him to sign a resolution to apply for acceptance into the Water Supply Revolving Loan Account. This will allow for the county to continue planning, designing and constructing water lines and extensions. They also authorized Owen to sign a letter to the Federal Aviation Administration regarding the Perry County airport regarding a change order, and to sign a one-time disposal request for obsolete records from the sheriff’s office. Additionally, the

Perry County, OH · 10d

familydestinationsguide.com

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The Coziest College Town In Ohio Is A Gilmore Girls Dream With Incredible Dining And Shopping

If Stars Hollow were a real place and somehow ended up in southeastern Ohio, it would look a whole lot like Athens. This charming, walkable, endlessly surprising college town sits tucked into the hills of Athens County, and it has the kind of energy that makes you want to call your best friend and say, “Drop everything, we’re going on a road trip.”

Athens, OH · 15d

Parkersburg News & Sentinel

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Lt. Gov Candidate Pepper speaks on Ramaswamy’s potential effect on Ohio

MARIETTA - Candidate for Lt. Gov David Pepper and candidate for State Representative 94th district Wenda Sheard spoke in Marietta on Monday morning. Corey Sampson, a Washington county resident, spoke on his concerns regarding injection wells, rising energy costs, and the impact of data centers on local communities. "Many things...

Marietta, OH · 11d

thepostathens.com

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Sarah Smith, Autumn Brown vie for Athens County Commissioner

Democratic candidate Autumn Brown and Republican candidate Sarah Smith are on the ballot to succeed Democrat Lenny Eliason, the current Athens County commissioner. The Athens County Board of Commissioners is made up of three elected officials tasked with leading workforce development, protecting the environment and delivering human services from the government.

Athens County, OH · 11d

athensindependent.com

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New signs make Athens County public transit easier to navigate

Athens, Ohio — Athens County bus shelters and bus stops recently received an information upgrade. The county’s seven bus shelters now include system-wide maps, and 151 individual bus stops now have signs that tell riders which bus line stops there, bus arrival times and other critical ride information.

Athens County, OH · 12d

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Levies on Athens County ballots

Residents of Athens County and its 14 townships can vote for or against a number of tax levies this November. According to the Athens County Board of Elections, there are 23 property tax levies and two income tax levies county-wide. Health Department Levy: Athens County (Issue 7) Issue 7 is...

Athens County, OH · 11d

athensindependent.com

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Ongoing traffic week of: Oct. 26, 2026

The following Ohio Department of Transportation construction projects are anticipated to impact traffic in Athens County. All outlined work is weather permitting. Visit OHGO.com for travel updates or follow ODOT District 10 on Facebook or X for current Athens County construction information. U.S. 33 Expansion (Athens and Meigs Counties) A...

Athens County, OH · 12d

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Ohio Republican Bus Tour stops for Reagan Day Dinner in Marietta

MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - The Ohio Republican bus tour stopped in Marietta to speak at the Reagan Day Dinner. The Reagan Day Dinner was held at the Tower Event and Conference Center in Marietta. Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican candidate for governor of Ohio, spoke at the event. Other speakers included...

Marietta, OH · 11d

WTAP

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Lang, Whalin vie for Washington County commission seat

MARIETTA, Ohio (WTAP) - Republican Stephanie Lang and Democrat Brian Whalin are asking Washington County voters for a full four-year term on the county commission. The seat is currently held by Republican Eddie Place, whom Lang defeated in the May primary election. Both candidates have a history of public service....

Washington County, OH · 10d

Athens Messenger

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Federal Hocking Local School District Events

Tuesday, Oct. 27 Coolville Picture Retakes — All day. MS/HS Parent/Teacher Conferences — 3:30–6:45 p.m. Coolville Parent/Teacher Conferences — 4–7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28 Secondary School Picture Retakes — 8–9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 29 PSAT/NMSQT — 8:30 a.m.–noon. Coolville Field Trip to Hallopaloza — 9:30–11:30 a.m. Varsity Volleyball District Semifinal @Wellston — 6–7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30 Amesville Halloween Parade and Parties — 2:30–3:30 p.m. Coolville Halloween Parade & Parties — 2:30–3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31 Varsity Cross Country Regional Meet @Pickerington — All day. Tuesday, Nov. 3 No School — Staff PD Day — All day. Wednesday, Nov. 4 Amesville Picture Retakes — 9–10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 5 Amesville Mobile Dentist — All day. Coolville Parent/Teacher Conferences — 4–7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10 Amesville Veteran’s Day Assembly — 10–11 a.m. Coolville Veterans Day Ceremony — 2:30–3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11 No School — Veteran’s Day — All day. Thursday, Nov. 12 Amesville Parent/Teacher Conferences — 4–7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17 Amesville Parent/Teacher Conferences — 4–7 p.m. School Board Meeting — 6–7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 FAFSA Night for Seniors — Student Financial Aid — 6–7 p.m., High School Auditorium. An Ohio University representative will walk seniors and their parents/guardians

Hocking County, OH · 12d

newsforce247.com

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Habitat and Ohio University Launch Bobcat Build Home in Athens

Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio and Ohio University have launched the on-site construction phase of the Bobcat Build, a partnership that will put a new affordable home in the hands of a Southeast Ohio family — built, in large part, by students on the Athens campus. The project...

Athens, OH · 11d

Yahoo!

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Athens community invited to take one last walk on Ferman Elmore Field

Athens City Schools is inviting alumni, former athletes, coaches and community members to take one last walk across Ferman Elmore Field before the site makes way for a new school. The district will host "One Last Walk: A Golden Eagle Farewell to Ferman Elmore Field" at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov....

Athens, OH · 12d

Knox Pages

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Balderson, Christian face off again in Ohio’s redrawn 12th Congressional District

Compare Troy Balderson and Jerrad Christian as Ohio’s redrawn 12th District voters weigh their rematch on Nov. 3. The post Balderson, Christian face off again in Ohio’s redrawn 12th Congressional District appeared first on Knox Pages - Knox County News & Info .

Ohio · 12d