Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
Good morning, Athens.
🎓 Education
Ohio University faculty received multiple awards + grants for research and innovative programs this spring.
Honors including a prestigious CAREER Award and teaching recognitions were announced across campus.
Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy proposed consolidating some public universities to cut costs, though local experts (including an OU press release from Athens) warned that closedowns could hurt community businesses and reduce student access.
The plan was shared during a campaign speech amid statewide enrollment concerns.
Ohio University's Walter Fieldhouse hosted the Student Expo on April 7—showing 462 projects and 670 presentations.
Voinovich students earned awards for solving community issues like food access and environmental restoration in Athens.
Spencer Johnson from Ohio University's MPA program (Voinovich School) was selected recently for the Jeff A.
Finkle internship with the National League of Cities. He will work in Washington, D.C. to develop a grant tool funding kit that supports legacy and second generation businesses.
🏛️ Government
The Nelsonville Aquatic Center is closed because a recent inspection found serious structural flaws, leaving locals to seek alternatives for a cool swim.
The city is arranging a special bus service (four trips daily) to the Athens Community Center while Hocking College will offer its pool for $5 per person.
🎉 Athens Events
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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.
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.
🏠 Athens Real Estate
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💼 Athens Job Board
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📣 Athens Announcements
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