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Thursday, February 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Athens, Ohio residents express mixed feelings on a zoning change to build a new affordable housing complex on Pomeroy Road, addressing potential traffic, flooding, and economic concerns. WOUB Public Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Global Arts Festival and World Music and Dance Concert in Athens will celebrate community diversity with various events from March 31 to April 4. Ohio University
- ➤ WOUB collaborates with Athens City School District and local cultural institutions for a Black History Month event featuring PBS's 'Great Migrations' to explore African American migration's impact on American culture. Ohio University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ohio University's Center for Law, Justice & Culture admitted its 2024 cohort into the selective Certificate in Law, Justice & Culture program, continuing interdisciplinary legal education since 2013-14. Ohio University
- ➤ Ohio University's teaching assistants, numbering 637 for Spring Semester 2025, play a crucial role in creating an inclusive, student-centered learning environment, with some sharing their passion by teaching both in traditional settings and through outdoor educational experiences. The Post
- ➤ Darayus Sethna, nearing graduation from Ohio University, reflects on his growth and experiences with WOUB, highlighting the supportive community and his development into a multimedia sports reporter. WOUB Public Media
- ➤ Ohio University celebrated the academic excellence of over 10,900 students qualifying for the President’s, Provost’s, or Dean’s Lists for the fall semester 2024. Ohio University
- ➤ Ohio University's School of Dance will showcase seven new choreographies at their annual Winter Dance Concert, reflecting on modern society's challenges and celebrating individuality through diverse dance genres. Ohio University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ AJ Clayton's return to the Ohio lineup sparked a significant boost, culminating in a 94-69 win over Western Michigan. WOUB Public Media
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Weekly Meditation Session
Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts a weekly meditation session each Sunday morning, open to all experience levels, at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center.
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The Peking Acrobats Performance in Athens
The Peking Acrobats will showcase their impressive acrobatic skills at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium.
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Mitchell Tenpenny Concert in Athens
Mitchell Tenpenny will perform live at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium in Athens, Ohio.
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Weekly Community Meditation Session
The Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts a weekly meditation session every Sunday morning, welcoming all experience levels in a supportive environment.
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SEORA's Mardi Gras Annual Masquerade 2025
This annual fundraising masquerade features a Mardi Gras theme, offering food, dancing, and photo opportunities at the Athens Community Center.
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