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in Athens
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Angela F. Cooke-Jackson accepted the Elizabeth G. Andersch Award (honoring excellence in teaching and mentorship) at Ohio University on Feb. 25 and gave a lecture on community and identity. She urged students to build strong bonds and share their stories. Ohio University
- ➤ Lacey Dobson, an Ohio University Eastern education student inspired by Martins Ferry Elementary teachers, gained hands-on field experience to build community ties and now plans to secure a local teaching position after graduating this semester. Ohio University
- ➤ Hocking College and Sam Jones are hosting Brats, Beer and Boxing to raise funds for the Trimble Promise Scholarship for future graduates. The event will be held at the Arena at Hocking College in Nelsonville on Saturday, April 25 with doors at 5 p.m. and boxing starting at 6 p.m. Athens County Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A proposed federal bill called the Delivering for Rural Seniors Act will create a three-year pilot program to expand food deliveries to homebound seniors—local food banks say. If passed, the act will help counties including Athens serve seniors who face mobility challenges. WOUB Public Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio (21-12) split a doubleheader with Central Michigan on Saturday. In game one, Ohio won 6-3 with home runs by seniors Belle Hummel and Colleen Bare, while in game two (5-3) fielding troubles led to a loss and coach Jenna Hall said the team is working to improve defense. The Post
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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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