Today
in Athens
Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nelsonville-based owners of The Mine Tavern are rebuilding after a structural collapse - local community support is aiding the restoration, and work is ongoing. The Athens Messenger
- ➤ Hundreds of community members gathered on Friday for Shine for the Mine fundraiser at 13 Event Center in Millfield to support The Mine Tavern after a partial collapse forced temporary closures of the venue and nearby businesses (repairs are underway with no set timeline). WOUB Public Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Musical duo Aly and AJ will perform at Templeton Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium on April 9 as part of their Places to Run Tour. The sisters—who recall a previous Athens college show at Souvlaki’s—will deliver songs from their album Silver Deliverer and earlier hits. The Post
- ➤ Women’s History Month invites Athens residents to honor female innovators such as Mary Anderson and Gladys West—whose work advanced travel and technology. The local celebration emphasizes learning about overlooked contributions as Ohio University’s Women’s Center closed last year, highlighting the need to recognize these achievements. The Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bella Ranallo has become a key player for the Bobcats this season after transferring from Clemson, averaging 11.2 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.9 steals per game. She credits her coaches (who helped her grow her skills) and teammates for boosting her confidence on the court. The Post
- ➤ Ohio guard Aliah McWhorter stayed for her final season after transferring from Wake Forest due to academic priorities and past injuries — she helped nearly triple the wins and clinch a MAC Tournament berth. The Post
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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.
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Athena Supper Club at Purple Chopstix
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Purple Chopstix — Limited tickets available — Connect with local women for a delightful meal supporting community establishments.
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Platinum Disco at The Athens Armory
7-11 p.m. — The Athens Armory — Fundraiser entry — Dance the night away at this retro party featuring hits from the 70s to the 90s while supporting a great cause.
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