Today
in Athens
Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ohio University’s Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service has opened the 2026 Ohio Procurement Internship Program to connect small businesses and students seeking hands-on government sales experience. Eligible companies that are Ohio APEX Accelerator clients can earn reimbursement for intern wages (up to $5,000) as the program kicks off. Ohio University
- ➤ Ohio University's Athens campus will host the 2026 Kiplinger Fellows program from May 11-14 to focus on saving local news with a practical guide. Thirty-two fellows from 17 states and four nations will gather to hear experts (including The Knight Foundation and Press Forward) share ideas on sustaining community journalism. Ohio University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ohio University’s Community Health Worker training program now offers multiple hybrid sessions at various campuses, including Athens — boosting local workforce efforts to bridge care gaps. The program helps reduce disparities by training diverse participants to connect community members to essential health services. Ohio University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio women’s basketball beat Western Michigan 76-37 at the Convo on Wednesday during National Girls and Women in Sports Day. The Bobcats grabbed 32 rebounds and 13 steals, improving to a 13-8 record as they prepare to face Old Dominion at home on Saturday. The Post
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Free Solar Photovoltaic Level One Certification
8 AM – 5 PM — COAD, 1 Pinchot Lane, Athens, OH — Free entry — Participate in a comprehensive certification course with online training and hands-on lab experience.
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The Breakerspace Rage Room
11:00-11:15 a.m. — West End Storage — Book your session for stress relief and fun — Gear up and smash in Athens, Ohio's first ever rage room.
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Kathy Mattea Concert
7-10 p.m. — Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening with renowned country artist Kathy Mattea live in Athens.
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