Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.
Good morning, Athens.
💼 Business
Stores on West Union Street are worried that the planned roundabout will lower customer traffic for local shops.
Business owners say they will share more details when the project schedule is confirmed.
🎭 Culture
Musician Jake Xerxes Fussell will perform traditional songs at Stuart’s Opera House (30 Public Square) on Thursday, Feb.
19, accompanied by Dougie Poole. Fussell blends extensive research with instinct to update classic melodies, drawing on his experience at regional festivals.
🏈 Sports
Ohio Baseball starts its 2026 season with new coach Andrew See & 28 newcomers after last season’s 14-37 record.
The team plans to harness transfers and fresh talent so Athens can enjoy a promising rebuild of its baseball program.
🎉 Athens Events
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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.
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.
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.
Darrin Hacquard Concert
7-8 p.m. — Federal Valley Resource Center — All ages welcome — Experience the diverse musical storytelling of Darrin Hacquard in a historic setting.
🏠 Athens Real Estate
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