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Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in The Plains argue that a new affordable housing project is out of scale with the neighborhood—reporting that its design does not match local home styles. The Athens Messenger
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Athens Bread Company has been delivering fresh handmade bread for over a decade and donates unsold loaves to United Campus Ministries to help local residents facing food insecurity. Owner Tim McKenna, who took over in 2021, said the bakery uses local ingredients to support sustainable food systems — blending art and science in every loaf. Athens County Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A commission formed to address Trimble Local Schools’ fiscal emergency met for the first time and will provide recommendations on spending cuts and levy options by late September—its members include local county emergency management officials, state budget experts, and a parent representative. The group will report its findings before the Board of Education meets on June 18. WOUB Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bulletin Board lists in-person public meetings scheduled from Monday, June 2 to Monday, June 9 in Athens and nearby areas — including sessions held by city, township and county boards with detailed times and locations. Notices for inclusion must be sent by noon on Fridays for the following Monday’s bulletin. Athens County Independent
- ➤ On Monday, June 2, officials reported that an amendment in the Ohio state budget would force counties with over $500,000 in lodging tax revenue to shift two-thirds of those funds from convention and visitors bureaus to other priorities. Boone Troyer, executive director of the Athens County Convention and Visitors Bureau, warned his office might lose its new lease and lay off three employees—adding concern for local tourism if the change goes forward. WOUB Public Media
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Ocie Elliott Concert
3:45-7:45 p.m. — Snow Fork Event Center — Cost info unavailable — Experience the heartfelt tunes of Ocie Elliott as they share their life stories through music.
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Ohio Baseball June Prospect Camp
10 AM – 4 PM — Bob Wren Stadium & Trautwein Field — Check out the summer prospects as they showcase their talent in front of the Ohio Bobcats coaching staff.
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Summer Solstice Show 2025
5-10 p.m. — MoSo Farm — Free entry — Celebrate the longest day of the year with local live music, food, and community spirit.
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2025 Ohio Soccer Summer Youth Camp
9 a.m.-12 p.m. — Peden Stadium — Cost info not specified — Fun-filled mornings for kids ages 5-13 focusing on soccer fundamentals and team play.
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