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Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents, students and local groups will join Cooking for Athens: Seasoned with Love, a two-day event to fight food insecurity, with food prep starting at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow at Patton Hall plus a community meal at 3:00 p.m. on April 19 at Tony’s Tavern. Ohio University
- ➤ Officer McDonald (3 years old) has recovered from a bite wound and is now discovering the comforts of indoor living with warm naps and window watching; he seeks a calm, patient home to build trust and offer quiet companionship. Adoption applications are invited through Athens Humane. Athens County Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A study by Prof. Graciela Muniz-Terrera (Ohio University) found that Americans nearing retirement show less planned work transitions compared to Europeans with fixed retirement ages. The research indicates that pre-retirement programs may help workers ease the shift to life after careers. WOUB Public Media
- ➤ The Central Region Humanities Center Spring Lecture will be held on Monday, Apr. 20 at 4 p.m. at the Southeast Ohio History Center & will feature Ric Sheffield, professor emeritus at Kenyon College, discussing the struggle for Black voting rights in 1800s Ohio. Ohio University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Student renters and landlords in Athens have until May 31 to complete surveys on rental code practices. So far, 430 student responses and 30% of landlords have been recorded (goal is 1,000 responses), while officials consider shared housing options and plan updates on The Ridges project to boost rental safety. Athens County Independent
PETS NEWS
- ➤ Moto is a 5-year-old male terrier mix discovered with Gloria on Grandview Dr in Albany. He loves movies and is available for adoption; call 740-593-5415 for more info. Athens County Independent
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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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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.
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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.
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