Good morning, Athens.

Blue, a playful terrier/lab mix found on McDougal Rd in Millfield, is ready for adoption at the local shelter (call 740-593-5415 to meet him).

The dog is known for his friendly play and gentle leash walks.

ORCA completed designs for a 5,000 sqft visitor center at Baileys Trail System in Chauncey that will include upkeep facilities & commercial tenant spaces.

Bidding for construction is slated to begin mid-April as ORCA and the village work to resolve an ownership agreement.

Despite a forecast Level 2 snowstorm, 14 teams will compete in the 24th annual 48-Hour Shootout at Schoonover Center tonight, where students will have 48 hours to write, shoot and edit short films.

The event will conclude Sunday at 5 p.m.

McDavis Hall, a new 600-bed facility on South Green behind the Front Four, will open this fall for first-year, rising second-year, and upper-class students.

Construction remains on track with building turnover scheduled for early May (named for President Emeritus Roderick J. McDavis).

Ohio University will host its seventh annual Giving Day on Wed, Apr.

8, 2026, inviting donors to take advantage of matching contributions and receive incentives (such as lapel pins). Athens students will join campus events at Baker Theatre Lounge from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with treats and games.

Researchers at Ohio University found that primary care providers in the region rarely prescribe medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder, forcing patients to seek specialists in rural areas.

The study calls for increased training (focusing on mentorship and confidence building) to improve local access.

Fabio, a gentle 3-year-old cat available for adoption at Athens Humane, needs a calm home where he can settle in at his own pace (he prefers other cats to dogs).

Human Interest staff share spring cleaning tips to help busy students and locals stay organized this season — their advice includes cleaning closets, dusting windows, and using a 15-minute rule.

They recommend starting with small tasks and playing upbeat music to boost motivation.

Ohio ended its three-game losing streak with a 5-3 win over Marshall on Friday — graduate student Will Henson hit a decisive two-run home run on the road while senior left-hander Dillon Masters closed 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.