Today
in Athens
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery (OVMoD) will host Discovery Fest this summer as a new event for children. Local families can look forward to engaging activities at the museum. The Athens Messenger
- ➤ OU alumnus Jon Chinn returned to campus this spring for the Ohio University Music Industry Summit and a special Audiosyncracies guest set on May 17 that is now posted online after a power outage during the live broadcast. WOUB Public Media
- ➤ Athens' Historic Preservation Commission and emeritus professor Don Adleta are planning to transform Lasher Hall into a museum celebrating the printed word. The project will honor the building’s heritage and engage the local community. The Athens Messenger
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Madelyn Hill (Ohio University) led a study of 65,000 college students to examine how social media use relates to loneliness and feelings of isolation. The results show an association between online activity and isolation, pointing to a need for further research on mental health effects. 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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The Breakerspace Rage Room
11:00-11:15 a.m. — West End Storage — Cost varies — Unleash your stress in Athens' first rage room with smashing fun.
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