Today in Athens Logo Today in Athens

Monday, April 20th, 2026

SHARE

Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Palmer Fest ended Athens’ Fest Season on Saturday, April 18 with large crowds enjoying live music from local band The Sound of Mr. Evil and mixed feelings as students prepared for finals. Organizers highlighted safety while attendees celebrated community one last time this season.  The Post

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Music Industry Summit at Ohio University brought over 70 artists and professionals to Athens for a free, three-day event — offering hands-on music industry exposure for students, educators, and alumni. Organizer Josh Antonuccio said the summit fosters career connections and opens new avenues for local talent.  The Post

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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

    View event
  • 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

    View event
  • 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

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.

Know who said this? Send us an email!

Reveal the author
About Today in Athens

Welcome to the Today in Athens, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Athens, Ohio community. If you like the Today in Athens, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Athens.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Athens and across Ohio. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Today in Athens

A free Athens community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here