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Saturday, March 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Alison Patton's transfer to Ohio University led to significant opportunities in multimedia journalism and personal growth, showcasing her experiences and learning at WOUB.  WOUB Public Media
  • Three Athens High School students were selected to showcase their ceramics in the 28th National K-12 Ceramic Exhibition in Salt Lake City.  The Athens Messenger

HEALTH NEWS

  • An Athens Middle School student from Ohio has been selected to represent the state at a national Type 1 diabetes advocacy conference.  The Athens Messenger

SPORTS NEWS

  • Ohio's basketball team ends the regular season with a loss to Toledo, securing the No. 5 seed for the upcoming MAC Tournament.  WOUB Public Media
  • Western Michigan's women's basketball team defeated Ohio in the final home game of the season with a score of 75-56.  WOUB Public Media

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 3/9/25

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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.

    Tue, 3/11/25

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  • Laid Back Country Picker with Hoyt & The Heartwrecks

    Enjoy a night of live music featuring Laid Back Country Picker along with Hoyt & The Heartwrecks at The Union in Athens, Ohio.

    Sat, 3/15/25

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  • Weekly Meditation Session

    The Athens KTC Buddhist Center conducts weekly meditation sessions on Sunday mornings at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center, welcoming individuals of all experience levels.

    Sun, 3/16/25

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  • Weekly Meditation Session at Athens KTC Buddhist Center

    Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts a weekly meditation session every Sunday morning, offering guidance for participants of all experience levels in a serene setting.

    Sun, 3/23/25

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  • Charles Wesley Godwin Live Concert

    Experience an evening of music with Charles Wesley Godwin at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium in Athens.

    Tue, 3/25/25

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  • Casual Chess Night for Teens and Young Adults

    Chess Night is an open meet-up event at the Athens Public Library that invites teens and young adults of all skill levels to learn, practice, and socialize around chess.

    Thu, 3/27/25

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  • Rebreather Concert

    7-11:30 p.m. — The Union — Ticketed event — Experience an exciting night of rock music in Athens.

    Sat, 3/29/25

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  • Weekly Meditation Session

    Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts a weekly meditation session with varying practices and optional instruction at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center.

    Sun, 3/30/25

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  • AARP Tax Assistance

    10 AM – 1 PM | Coolville Public Library | Appointment required | Get help with your 2023 tax returns from trained preparers with limited available walk-ins.

    Tue, 4/1/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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