Today
in Athens
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new trailhead for the Baileys Trail System is under construction in Buchtel and will open this summer at the intersection of SR 685 and SR 78—featuring a restroom, shelter, and parking. A connector trail awaiting a bridge will link the site to advanced trails. Athens County Independent
- ➤ Ricky is a 1-year-old orange tabby known for his calm, loving nature and occasional distraction by a floating dust particle. The adoptable cat at Athens Humane enjoys sunny cuddle piles (applications are open) and is ready to bring joy to a caring home. Athens County Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Athena Cinema will host a Science on Screen event on Tuesday, March 24 at 7:30 p.m. featuring a screening of 'Project Hail Mary' and a talk by plant molecular biologist Dr. Sarah Wyatt (a collaborator with NASA) to explain life beyond Earth; admission is free and sponsored by Arts for OHIO. Ohio University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nancy Sherman will speak at the CAPE Spring Lecture, Feed the Soul: Lessons from Aristotle on Living Well, on Wednesday, March 25 at 4 p.m. at Clippinger Laboratories (Rm 194). Ohio University
- ➤ On Friday, April 10, the J. Warren McClure School of Emerging Communication Technologies will host a free 20th-anniversary open house for the GRID Lab from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Scripps Hall (all three floors), featuring student demonstrations in VR, game development, digital art and three new projects. Ohio University
- ➤ Ohio University will host an Education Career Fair in the Baker University Center Ballroom on Tuesday, Mar. 31, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., where students and alumni can network and interview with school districts (9:30–11 and 11:30–4). It is free and recommends business casual attire. Ohio University
- ➤ Ohio University hosts a Healthcare Career Fair on Tuesday, Apr. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Walter Hall Rotunda and Grover lobby, offering students and alumni a chance to network with national healthcare employers (no registration required). Ohio University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, OhioHealth Physician Group in Athens advises adults over 45 to get screened with colonoscopies (the gold standard) to remove pre-cancerous polyps and boost survival, as early detection offers a 91% five-year rate when cancer is confined to the colon. Athens County Independent
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Elsa (a hound mix nearing 10 years old) came to the shelter eight months ago after losing her owner and now helps less confident dogs feel at ease while looking for a calm home where she can relax, enjoy cheese, and get along with cats. Call 740-593-5415 to learn more. Athens County Independent
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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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