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“Boys in Blue,” Civil War soldiers memorial marker, Union Street Cemetery
May 28 Ceremony To Rededicate Restored Athens Monument to Civil War Soldiers For Immediate Release contact: Carl Denbow camp108suv@fastmail.net (740) 591-8471 The public is invited to the May 28 rededication… Read More
Seed Potato Giveaway
Community Food Initiatives’ ANNUAL SEED POTATO GIVEAWAY will take place on Thursday, March 23, 10am-5:30pm at the Nelsonville ACEnet facility, 296 S Harper Street, Nelsonville, Ohio. This annual event is… Read More
The Ridges could see big changes under a proposed plan from Ohio University
By: Jacob Motta
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ATHENS Ohio, (WOUB) — The Ridges could see a major transformation under a proposal created by Ohio University in partnership with regional development groups.. The $220 million proposed plan preserves… Read More
Athens Art Guild’s Annual Holiday Shoppe
We’re back with dozens of local artisans featuring their handcrafted wares for your holiday gift giving! As always, we will raffle items donated by the artisans. ALL PROCEEDS from the… Read More
Athens Art Guild’s Annual Holiday Shoppe
We’re back with dozens of local artisans featuring their handcrafted wares for your holiday gift giving! As always, we will raffle items donated by the artisans. ALL PROCEEDS from the… Read More
Federal Valley Resource Center provides accessibility through music lending library
By: Morgan Anderson
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STEWART, Ohio (WOUB) – The building that is now better known as the Federal Valley Resource Center first opened its doors as Rome High School in 1897. Flash forward 125… Read More
John Roger Simon Sorghum Festival Returns to Scioto County
The John Roger Simon Sorghum Festival returns to Scioto County October 1 & 2, 2022 from 10am-4pm. After running for 37 years, this annual festival was thought to be permanently… Read More
John Roger Simon Sorghum Festival Returns to Scioto County
The John Roger Simon Sorghum Festival returns to Scioto County October 1 & 2, 2022 from 10am-4pm. After running for 37 years, this annual festival was thought to be permanently… Read More
Athens United Immigrant Support Project Fundraiser at Casa Nueva
The goal of the Athens United Immigrant Support Project https://auisp.org/ is to strengthen the local action network for sharing tangible resources in the fight for immigrant rights. For the month… Read More
Fundraiser for Athens United Immigration Support Project (AUISP)
Throught the month of August, Casa Nueve will graciously donate all tips to support the Athens United Immigration Support Project (AUISP). https://auisp.org/
Artkinglot
Come down to the Artkinglot pop-up event every 1st & 3rd Sunday in the Tavolino/Ciderhouse/Distillery area on the West Side of Athens! Featuring local artists, food vendors, performers and more!… Read More
HAPCAP for Health Launches Glouster Community Garden for the 2021 Growing Season
By: Madison Moore
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GLOUSTER, Ohio (WOUB) – The HAPCAP for Health Program has officially launched the Glouster Community Garden, just in time for the 2021 growing season. The program has opened the garden… Read More
Factory Street Studio FREE TRY-IT Class: Adult Tap + Hip Hop
Factory Street Studio invites you to come try our Adult classes for FREE this week! Join us Thursday, July 8th for: Adult Tap + Hip Hop (ages 13+) 6:15-7:15pm Please… Read More
Outdoor Concert Series: Under the Elms
It’s back! The outdoor concert event series, Under the Elms, resumes June 16, 23 & 30, all at 7 PM beside Memorial Auditorium on Ohio University’s campus green! Bring you… Read More
Outdoor Concert Series: Under the Elms
It’s back! The outdoor concert event series, Under the Elms, resumes June 16, 23 & 30, all at 7 PM beside Memorial Auditorium on Ohio University’s campus green! Bring you… Read More
Outdoor Concert Series: Under the Elms
It’s back! The outdoor concert event series, Under the Elms, resumes June 16, 23 & 30, all at 7 PM beside Memorial Auditorium on Ohio University’s campus green! Bring you… Read More
Capture the Light
The Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum wants to showcase regional photographers in our upcoming photography show in October 2021. This is an open call. Submissions can range from the most traditional to the… Read More
Honey For the Heart Sale
Stop by and check out 9 years of Honey For the Heart puppets, costumes, and delight! From 10am to 6pm stop by the Athens Armory at the North end of… Read More
Sam’s Gym Owner Looks Forward To Welcoming Glouster Kids Back To Ring
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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GLOUSTER, Ohio (WOUB) — Sam Jones has been all around the world as a boxing professional and coach, but his biggest focus for many years has been educating and encouraging… Read More
World responds to protests sparked by George Floyd’s death
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Demonstrations condemning police brutality and systemic racism continued throughout the weekend across the US, as worldwide, activists joined in solidarity. In Hong Kong, police have banned the annual Tiananmen Square vigil set to mark the 1989 massacre of peaceful protesters by authorities. In Colombia’s Amazon rainforest, coronavirus is threatening the Indigenous communities that make up a majority of the region’s population.
Community Social Media Page Brings Awareness for Lockdown Mental Health
By: Madelyn Young
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A society that lives on constant connection and communication is still trying to cope with the restrictive regulations of COVID-19. This pandemic continues to evolve at a rapid pace and… Read More
“We Belong to Each Other”: Appalachian Youth Build Support Amid Pandemic Uncertainty
By: Sydney Boles | Ohio Valley ReSource
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On March 17, Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam banned gatherings of 10 or more people to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Mekyah Davis, 23, was in his second week of… Read More
Adult Modern Dance Class
Beginning/Intermediate Modern Dance class for adults. Taught by Lisa Moulton.
DIY Dog Beds and Toys
On February 1st, 2020, Athens Ohio MakerSpace and Friends of the Shelter Dogs will be hosting a class on how to create dog beds of any size out of reusable… Read More