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in Athens
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ohio University has named Dr. Haley Duschinski as its senior advisor for global affairs (effective May 18) and she will lead the Office of Global Affairs in advancing international partnerships and student support as part of the university's dynamic strategy. Ohio University
- ➤ Athens City School District is adopting a new method for teaching writing to boost K-12 literacy. The change is part of a statewide effort (aimed at increasing student success) in public schools. The Athens Messenger
- ➤ Construction on the Violet L. Patton Center for Arts Education is progressing steadily at Ohio University in Athens as crews build a new space for creative learning—promising enhanced arts programs for local students. The Athens Messenger
- ➤ Three Ohio University grads will send their space farming experiment to the ISS Tuesday, May 12. The project will test watercress growth in microgravity using FME mini-labs, with astronauts releasing clamps — a crucial step toward developing space-based food production. Ohio University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Friday, May 8, the City Council approved transferring a half-acre at the end of Hudson Street to Community Building Partners for eight affordable homes. The city will fund the sale with a $2 million Welcome Home Ohio grant and sell the homes to low-income buyers at no more than $180,000. WOUB Public Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Ohio University head football coach Brian Smith sued the university on Friday, May 8 for wrongful termination, arguing that firing him in December over alleged misconduct—an extramarital affair and campus alcohol use—bypassed proper process. He seeks full payment for the remainder of his contract. WOUB Public Media
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2026 Little Bobcat Basketball Camp
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Convocation Center — Check website for fees — Enhance your basketball skills with training from OU coaches in a fun camp environment.
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THUNDERSTRUCK! & Rylee Bapst Band Concert
6-11 p.m. — Hocking College — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the electrifying tribute of AC/DC with Thunderstruck and enjoy an evening of rock 'n' roll.
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1st Annual Mulberry Fest
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Solid Ground Farm — Sliding scale $15-$30, kids get in free — Celebrate sweet, tart mulberries with farm tours, delicious food, and family activities.
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Children's Fishing Tournament
8:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Lake Snowden Campground — Free entry — Encourage young anglers and enjoy a day of fishing with prizes and a cookout.
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2026 Junior Bobcat Basketball Camp for Boys & Girls
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Convocation Center, Athens, OH — Cost not specified — Hone basketball skills and teamwork at a camp led by expert coaches and players.
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