Today
in Athens
Wednesday, January 15th, 2025
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Scoop provides a roundup of community and government initiatives including water loss abatement, scholarships, and free carbon monoxide detectors for the week of Jan. 14–19, 2025. Athens County Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The City of Athens is navigating complex legal challenges to recover part of $722,000 lost in a cyber scam, alongside another victim, with a bank holding over $349,000 of disputed funds. Athens County Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio achieves a 4-0 start in the Mid-American Conference with an 86-71 victory over Ball State, backed by a vibrant crowd and strong team performances. The Post
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Monthly Meeting of Athens County Children Services Board
The Athens County Children Services Board will convene its regular monthly meeting for discussions on child welfare and services.
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Ohio Bobcats vs. Kent State Golden Flashes Basketball Game
The Ohio Bobcats will host the Kent State Golden Flashes in a college basketball match at the Convocation Center in Athens, OH.
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Sunday Morning Meditation at Athens KTC
Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts meditation sessions every Sunday morning, providing a tranquil setting for both experienced practitioners and newcomers at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center.
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Moira Smiley Concert
Moira Smiley will perform a vocal polyglot concert at ARTS/West, with suggested donations at the door and sponsorship from Calliope Feminist Chorus.
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B404 Fiber & Fashion: Create a Nuno Felted Scarf Workshop
Participants will learn to create unique and stylish scarves through wet felting techniques over two sessions in this hands-on workshop for ages 16 and older.
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Weekly Meditation Session at Athens KTC
Each Sunday, the Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts a meditation session at the Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center, inviting participants of all experience levels for meditation and potential dharma discussions.
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~ Franklin D. Roosevelt
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