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Thursday, January 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Harriet, a 3-5 year old female boxer mix, shows her sensitive side at the Athens County Dog Shelter, seeking a forever home. Athens County Independent
- ➤ A cat named Batman was found alone on Rt 13 and, after unsuccessful attempts to contact the owner via microchip, is now fostered by Friendly Paws Pet Supplies & Grooming and available for adoption. Athens County Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WOUB has made five historic TV series available for free streaming on the PBS App, including documentaries, educational content, and a children's show. WOUB Public Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kokosing Inc. partners with Ohio University to enhance its construction lab, aiming to provide students with real-life construction site experience. The Post
- ➤ The Inclusion Project at Athens, led by students, fosters disability inclusion through public events, fundraising, and educational activities. The Post
- ➤ Ohio University was named the top Green School in Ohio for 2025 by The Princeton Review, acknowledging its sustainability efforts and ranking it among the top 50 nationally. The Post
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio Men's Basketball team secures their sixth consecutive win, defeating Ball State 86-71 despite a slow start from top scorer AJ Clayton, and remains undefeated in the first four MAC games. WOUB Public Media
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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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