Good morning, Athens.

Athens residents moving out this spring can donate items such as housewares, clothing, and unopened food at several local sites; Christ Lutheran Church accepts donations Friday (May 1, 2-7 p.m.) and Saturday (May 2, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.) while Ohio University Lot 40 is open Sunday (May 3, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.).

Hundreds of Athens County residents attended Tony Sylvester’s funeral and parade on April 12, 2026, which wound down Court Street and ended at Tony’s Tavern (a long-loved local gathering spot) as friends and family paid tribute.

Today in Athens, the Ohio University Music Industry Summit begins with panels while Ohio Live hosts the Crane Wives concert with Morgan Hanner at Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium.

Later this week, events include a sober sips session (for Collegiate Recovery Week), Rufus Bingo, craft night, and various sports contests.

Tommy Nickoloff’s documentary on late songwriter Jason Molina will premiere at the Athens International Film + Video Festival on Thursday, Apr.

16 at 7:15 p.m. Nickoloff made the film without a script or filmmaking experience to honor his longtime friend.

A major data center project announced in Pike County — set to spur economic development in economically distressed southeast Ohio — is under review as experts caution it may yield fewer jobs than expected and rely on steep tax incentives.

Local officials weigh potential impacts on community growth.

On Saturday, volunteers gathered in Glouster to plant thousands of trees beside Sunday Creek in celebration of Earth Month (organized by Rural Action).

Ohio clinched a rubber match win (9-1) as pitcher Skipp Miller delivered strong pitching and Shelby Westler hit a walk-off home run by run rule.

The Bobcats now lead the series 2-1 and notch their fifth straight conference win.

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.

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.

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.