Good morning, Athens.

A recycling, tires and clean up event will take place in Albany on March 28 (volunteers invited).

Community members are encouraged to join efforts to maintain a cleaner area.

Chesterhill Produce Auction Buying Club 2026 registration is now open for residents to receive a weekly bag of seasonal produce from local farms at one of seven pick-up spots.

Registration also offers an option to donate a share + help support local food access initiatives.

A brush fire on Radford Road burned two acres late Wednesday, and ten fire trucks from Athens and nearby responded to douse the flames and protect a mobile home and barn while investigators look into a backyard burn that violated the seasonal ban.

New Leaf Marketplace reopened on March 11 at its new location in the Athens County Community Cares Resource Center at 10 W.

Washington St, offering a store, drive-thru, and local prepared foods while supporting SAOP’s workforce development program (now with a six-month client placement).

The MAC Men’s Basketball Tournament kicked off March 12 in Cleveland with Miami and Akron favored, while Ohio (from Athens) aims to bounce back after a tough season.

The Bobcats plan to compete strongly as they face top teams in their matchup.

Ohio Women’s Basketball won a MAC quarterfinal over Central Michigan on Wednesday, March 11 in Cleveland, with Tabeling scoring a career-high 33 points.

The Bobcats will face Miami OH at 10 a.m. Friday — a rematch following last week's upset 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.

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.

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.

Strong Towns Athens Monthly Gathering

5-6 p.m. — Big Run Kava Bar — Free entry — Collaborate on community-building ideas to enhance life in Athens, Ohio.

Aly & AJ Places to Run Tour

8-11 p.m. — Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium — Tickets from $25 — Catch Aly & AJ as they showcase their evolution from pop sensations to indie darlings.

An Evening with Rainn Wilson

8-11 p.m. — Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium — $45.00 — Experience a night of conversation and laughter with the beloved Dwight from 'The Office'.