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in Athens
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WOUB did not air the documentary 'White With Fear' (a film examining racial tensions used in politics) Tuesday night on PBS but made it available to stream online. Station officials said an internal review led them to choose programming that better served all viewers. WOUB Public Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local filmmaker Robin Smith will have her documentaries 'He's Only Missing' and 'Letting Go' shown on Sunday, March 29 at Athena Cinema as part of the Ohio Goes to the Movies series. A reception will be held at 6 p.m. (honoring her late father's legacy on Court Street). Athens County Independent
- ➤ Ohio University Music Industry Summit takes place April 14-16 on campus in Athens and will offer both in-person and free online options. Keynote artists Blood Orange, Lucius and The Crane Wives and a range of panels, workshops and concerts will provide industry insights to students and professionals. Ohio University
- ➤ The Lost Flamingo Theatre Company presents its spring production of Macbeth this weekend at the Arts West building at 132 W. State St. — Shows are set for Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m., with $5 cash tickets at the door. The Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ OHIO’s Honors Tutorial College (HTC) was ranked 12th among the 50 Best Honors Colleges for 2026 by College Transitions. The college, serving around 340 students with personalized tutorial instruction, sees the ranking as a boost to attract high-achieving candidates per Dean Kristina Bross. Ohio University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Athens Public Transit will continue free fares through at least April 2027 on six routes thanks to a $150,000 grant that saves riders about $2 per round trip. The agency saw a 13% ridership increase last year and is improving bus shelters and stops. Athens County Independent
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Construction of two low-income housing projects in The Plains continues after an archaeological review confirmed that nearby prehistoric mounds are not at risk. Fairfield Homes' Cornerstone at Eclipse Run and Woda Cooper's The Lofts on First are set to open in spring 2027. Athens County Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio's softball team defeated Pittsburgh 12-2 in under five innings on Friday, March 27 with strong hitting and pitching led by Skipp Miller. The Bobcats will return to Athens this weekend for a conference series against Central Michigan. The Post
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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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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.
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