Good morning, Athens.

Walk Talk and Roll will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 10 in front of the Athens Court House on Court Street to address accessibility issues — local officials, the Commission, SOCIL and the Pedestrian Accessibility and Bicycle Task Force will lead the discussions.

The Baileys Trail System in Athens County will reopen for cyclists this season as organizers prepare the trails to welcome riders and boost outdoor activities in the community.

Today, Athens drivers may face higher gas prices as global oil costs rise amid the Persian Gulf conflict — a situation that could raise costs at local pumps.

Ohio University's Nelson and Boyd dining halls open at 11 a.m. on Sundays, leaving many meal-plan students waiting for breakfast after early wake-up times.

Some on campus are calling for an earlier service to help students start their day on a better note.

Elizabeth Talaga was chosen by The Post's publishing board as editor‐in‐chief for the 2026-27 academic year (her first leadership role) on Wednesday.

The junior (who previously served as copy chief) said she is honored to lead the independent newsroom.

Ohio University will host its final spring Science Café on Wednesday, Apr.

8 at 5 p.m. in the Baker University Center Front Room, where Professor John Staser will present his work on coal as a renewable energy storage material. The first 50 in-person attendees will receive free drink coupons.

Ohio University Press released Becoming the Voinovich School (a book that chronicles 45 years of public service partnerships enhancing local development) and print copies became available on March 31; the book details how the school supported regional efforts through links with government, businesses and nonprofits.

A local historical group will host a talk featuring Civil War historian Brian M.

Jordan (who will discuss Union veterans' postwar lives) during a roundtable event in Athens.

Ohio was swept in a weekend series by Ball State as the Cardinals outscored the Bobcats 41-14 with a no-hitter in game one and strong wins in games two and three — Ohio will try to rebound Tuesday when the Bobcats face Marshall in Huntington.

Ohio beat Central Michigan 12-7 in a rubber match as the Bobcats scored six runs in the first inning to secure the series win.

Strong batting kept Central Michigan from a comeback throughout the contest.

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.