Good morning, Athens.

Tuesday at The Union, out-of-town bands including 24hr Video, Palefire, Shep Treasure and Learner played live for Ohio University students and locals instead of the regular game night (a weekly event).

Learner, which started in Athens, brought a local touch to the evening.

In the latest Ask the Experts podcast recorded at OHIO’s Scripps College of Communication, two Ohio professors explain how TikTok’s algorithm raises data privacy concerns and deepfake risks (their discussion also covers free speech challenges).

OU’s Prof. Kevin Lee is testing how nicotine may trigger unregulated fat breakdown that can stress the heart using lab experiments with mice at the Academic and Research Center + the study is funded by the American Heart Association amid rising use of flavored nicotine products.

Ohio Bobcats (5-19 overall, 3-6 MAC) face Ball State Cardinals (12-11 overall, 7-2 MAC) at Shebek Stadium today at 1 p.m. as both teams look to build momentum after recent conference series.

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.