Sunday, February 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of February.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio D1 Hockey team defeats Liberty 5-2, rebounding from a previous loss and raising funds for Cystic Fibrosis Research. WOUB Public Media
- ➤ Ohio's 72-59 home defeat to Appalachian State marked their significant loss at The Convo for the first time since January 2022, despite a strong start and a career-high 14 points from Elijah Elliott. The Post
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Weekly Meditation Session
Athens KTC Buddhist Center offers a weekly meditation session each Sunday morning at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center, open to all experience levels.
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Family Upcycled Card Making Night
Children and families are invited to create upcycled Valentine's Day cards at the Community Makerspace.
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