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in Athens
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ohio University has announced four finalists for the Scripps College dean search and will host open forums and receptions at Schoonover 145 from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. on March 23, March 25, April 2 and April 9 + the sessions will allow community members to ask questions. Ohio University
- ➤ The History Department will host the annual Lazaroff Memorial Lecture in Jewish history on Tuesday, March 24 at 7 p.m. in Baker University Center (240/242), where Dr. Joanna Sliwa will deliver her talk and a free pre-lecture reception will begin at 6 p.m. Ohio University
- ➤ University Libraries is hosting an Art + Feminism Wikidata edit-a-thon today from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at room 319, Alden Library to add data on underrepresented female and non-binary artists, including a focus on fiber artist Sara Gilfert (who founded a nonprofit papermaking studio in 2002). The Post
- ➤ Ohio University will host a retirement reception for Wendy Merb-Brown on Tuesday, Mar. 31 at the Walter Hall Rotunda from 3:30 to 5 p.m. as colleagues and community members gather to honor her 34 years of service. Ohio University
- ➤ Ohio University is updating Alden Library to add eight themed floors with a rooftop lounge and new study spaces designed by Perkins Eastman — with master planning from Aug 2025 to June 2026 and phased construction targeted for 2030 while parts of the library stay open. The Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio’s women’s basketball team will host UMBC in the WNIT opener tomorrow at The Convo. The game is expected to favor Ohio — boosted by home support — as it pits strong offense against tough defense. The Post
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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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The Crane Wives Concert
8-11 p.m. — Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium — $35 — Experience high-energy indie folk with emotional resonance from The Crane Wives and special guest Morgan Hanner.
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Lucius Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium — $35 — Experience the enchanting harmonies of Grammy-nominated indie-pop band Lucius as they perform songs from their acclaimed albums.
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