Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jackie O’s Pub and Brewery in Athens will mark its 20th anniversary later this month with special events and exclusive beer releases (further details are pending). The Athens Messenger
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio Paw Paw Festival is moving from Lake Snowden to the new Snow Fork Events Center in Nelsonville this summer due to venue challenges and to increase safety, according to festival founder and Athens County commissioner Chris Chmiel. The three-day event is scheduled for Sept. 18-20. WOUB Public Media
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Three unique concrete homes in Chauncey are nearing completion (built in a former coal district) to offer residents innovative housing options, and they are in the final stages of development. The Athens Messenger
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio Men’s Basketball ended their season on Thursday, March 12 after losing 86-75 to Kent State in the MAC Tournament Quarterfinal (the loss marked back-to-back defeats for the team). WOUB Public Media
- ➤ Ohio Women’s Basketball fell 80-52 in the MAC semifinals on Friday, March 13, after securing a 15-point win in Athens earlier in the week. Coach Bob Boldon said the team’s struggles from beyond the arc will inform its preparations for a return next season. WOUB Public Media
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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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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.
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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.
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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'.
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