Good morning, Athens.

Smidge (a 44‑lb terrier mix showing signs of past neglect) is making progress at the local shelter after spending two weeks indoors on Adams St in Nelsonville.

Call 740-593-5415 to meet her.

Movement and Athens Black Contemporary Dancers present their spring dance concert today and Friday at 7 p.m. at Shirley Wimmer Dance Theater in Putnam Hall (tickets are $5 for students with ID and $10 for others), showcasing 16 student works.

Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez discussed campus changes and union negotiations during a March 3 interview with The Post in Athens.

She highlighted Senate Bill 1’s impact on student spaces and her commitment to a collaborative approach in her role—focusing on faculty and community engagement.

A former Ohio University basketball player is suing the school after his expulsion, alleging a flawed Title IX investigation led to inaccurate findings—he seeks to have the dismissal removed from his record and gain compensation for lost opportunities.

On March 6, Nelsonville-York inducted 11 students into the National Honor Society and 2 into Quill and Scroll (a society for high school journalists), honoring their academic work.

The Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District will collect recyclables at Lake Snowden on Saturday.

Residents can drop off their items at designated sites.

Chicken is a gentle and shy cat looking for a loving home (applications are open at Athens Humane).

Ohio's Bobcats won their home opening series by splitting Saturday's doubleheader with Northern Illinois as the team clinched a 2-1 series victory.

The Bobcats will host four consecutive home games, with their next contest on Tuesday against Pittsburgh & conference play scheduled for next weekend.

Ohio redshirt seniors Michael Molnar and Jack Fries, Cincinnati natives who joined as walk-ons in 2022, now lead the defense after overcoming injuries and earning starting roles.

Molnar was named MAC Defensive Player of the Week early this season.

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'.

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.

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.

Race For A Reason (3 km)

5:30 p.m. — Ohio University — Check website for entry fees — Participate in the 14th Annual race to support a meaningful cause in the community.