Today
in Athens
Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students in Athens are urged to leave usable furniture, clothing and food at the curb during move-out instead of placing them with the trash, as nightly collection will take unwanted items away; this method helps ensure that worthy items reach community members in need. Athens County Independent
- ➤ Three current Scripps College students in Athens received scholarships from alumni who once worked at WOUB — Will Miller and Kaylee Mackey got the Larry and JoAnn Katz Family Scholarship and Cali Christian got the Leonard E. Auerbach Regional Representatives Scholarship — to help cover next year’s costs and summer internships. WOUB Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bulletin Board provides a schedule of public meetings from April 28 to May 5 — including sessions for Athens City Council committees, the County Board of Commissioners, and other local boards — which will be held in-person unless noted for livestream or Zoom. Meeting notices must be submitted by noon on Fridays to be included in Monday’s Bulletin Board. Athens County Independent
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First Saturday at the Pantry
5-7 p.m. — Food Pantry — Free entry — Learn about fighting hunger and receive a special recipes booklet while volunteering opportunities await.
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Weekly Meditation Sessions
2-3 p.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — Free entry — Join Athens KTC for a calming meditation experience suitable for all levels.
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Weekly Meditation at Athens KTC
10-11 a.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — No cost — Experience mindfulness and community through guided meditation sessions every Sunday morning.
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Superhero 5k Run
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Richland Avenue Park — Family-friendly activities — Participate in a fun 5k with kids' obstacles and bounce houses.
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Sunday Morning Meditation Session
2-3 p.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — No experience needed — Join the Athens KTC Buddhist Center for a calming meditation practice with options for instruction and discussion.
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Joseph and His Ghost Live
7 PM – 1 AM — The Side Bar — $5 — Experience the eclectic sounds of indie rock from Joseph & His Ghost hailing from central and southeast Ohio.
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~ Albert Einstein
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