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Sunday, April 12th, 2026

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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.

SPORTS NEWS

  • After a road trip, Ohio softball hosts Bowling Green today at 12 p.m. at Ohio Softball Field. The Bobcats, led by coach Jenna Hall and strong batters, will try to outdo Bowling Green, which has struggled offensively and relies on its main pitcher Mackenzie Krafcik to hold opponents.  The Post
  • The Ohio Women’s Golf team finished 16th at the Golfweek/Stifel Spring Challenge in Pawley’s Island, South Carolina with a team total of +77 over three days; they will compete next weekend (at the Therese Hession Buckeye Invitational in Columbus) before the MAC Tournament.  The Post

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 4/14/26

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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.

    Thu, 4/16/26

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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.

    Fri, 4/24/26

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  • Megan Bee Concert

    6-10 PM — Eclipse Company Store — Entry Fee TBA — Experience the evocative folk-Americana sounds of singer-songwriter Megan Bee inspired by her love for the land.

    Thu, 5/7/26

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  • Jammin for Vets Benefit Concert

    4:30-9 p.m. — Southeast Ohio History Center — Free entry — A night of music and art supporting local veterans.

    Sat, 5/9/26

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