Today
in Athens
Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Boys & Girls Club of Glouster is starting a new chapter as management moves from Boys & Girls Clubs of Parkersburg to Boys & Girls Clubs of Washington County. The change begins immediately and will be complete on June 1 (ensuring programs for local youth remain uninterrupted). Athens County Independent
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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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