Good morning, Athens.

Athena Cinema will host a free film screening of 'Free for All: The Public Library' on Saturday, May 31 (with a short panel discussion after the show).

The Athens Ohio Investment Alliance now works with TechGROWTH Ohio (and other local groups) to provide mentorship and funding for startups that will boost economic growth and job creation in our region.

The alliance is evaluating investment deals that aim to attract outside capital and support a growing tech-based economy.

Sophia Young, a journalism alumna from HTC, won first place in the inaugural Hearst Journalism Awards podcast competition — earning a $3,000 prize — for her investigative podcast on the troubled teen industry.

Her achievement highlights the talent and training at Ohio University.

On Feb 14, eight student teams competed in the 2025 Leader Games at Ohio University in a Clue-inspired escape room designed to solve the case of a missing Bobcat statue.

Only three teams solved all puzzles in 60 minutes—Team Canada won the challenge by finding the statue in Baker University Center while Professor Plaid was identified as responsible.

OhioHealth neurologist Douglas A.

Woo explains that sudden stroke symptoms like slurred speech, vision problems, or loss of balance need quick care—early treatment can prevent lasting damage. He advises Athens residents to control blood pressure with good diet and avoid smoking to lower their risk.

After Ohio finished a 14-37 season and fired head coach Craig Moore, the university began searching for a new baseball skipper by focusing on in-house and regional candidates.

The search has a strong lead with assistant JT Heenan — who previously turned around Salem's program — seen as the top option for the team.

Sedric Granger, a journalism graduate from Ohio University, will begin a media internship with the Frisco RoughRiders this summer to work on play by play calling, color commentary, interviews and social media coverage at select home games.

He was selected by the MLB Voices Program and the Black Play by Play Grant Scholarship Fund to gain hands on experience and mentorship in sports broadcasting.

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.

3rd Annual Starbrick Music Festival

3 PM to 11 PM — Hocking College — Ticket prices starting at $12.51 — Enjoy a nostalgic mix of Country and Classic rock music from the 70s, 80s, and 90s.

UpCycle Fest 2025

12-5 p.m. — Community Makerspace — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and sustainability through art, fashion, and hands-on activities at this vibrant community festival.

2025 Junior Bobcat Basketball Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Charles J. Ping Recreation Center — Registration required — Enhance basketball skills with expert coaching and fun activities over three days.