Good morning, Athens.

Cutie Pie is a 2-year-old calico-tabby with a mellow spirit & she gets along well with other cats and dogs in Athens.

She is available for adoption and ready to bring comfort to her new home.

Tattoo Motel is a queer-friendly tattoo shop on Richland Avenue founded by Charlie Vieregge to create a safe space for artists and clients—focusing on ethical standards and community support.

Felicity Gunn joined the team as a resident artist, and the shop plans to offer community training and housing for artists in the future.

Athena Cinema celebrated its 110th anniversary with an event that featured snacks, signable posters — and a screening of Cinema Paradiso.

Alexander Junior/Senior High School released its fourth quarter honor roll for the 2024–25 school year and recognized students from 6th to 12th grade in Academic Excellence and Academic Honors — the list names many students who met high standards.

After a November cyber scam cost Athens $721,976, the city council reallocated funds to cover a $932,000 final payment for the new fire station — the extra costs include a parking lot, fitness court and green space.

The council will vote on an emergency ordinance next Monday to approve the plan.

Athens is weighing two options for the former Columbus Road fire station.

The city leans toward turning it into storage + office space for the Major Crimes Unit and will remodel the living quarters to meet the unit’s needs.

On Tuesday, June 3, the White House asked Congress to claw back federal funding that makes up 25% (and 16% of indirect costs) of WOUB's budget, which puts the future of public media at risk.

Lawmakers have 45 days to decide, and the House is expected to vote soon on whether to restore the funds.

Representatives from the Ohio Emergency Management Agency visited southeast counties to inspect storm damage and assess if disaster relief funds may help fix Athens roads.

The Athens County EMA submitted damage estimates and officials said repairs on Joneswood Drive — a key project — will begin regardless of additional state or federal funding, with more details expected later this month.

Cosmo is a 35-lb male Australian cattle dog mix (estimated 1-2 years old) found on College St in Nelsonville on April 24th.

The Athens County Dog Shelter asks interested families to call 740-593-5415 to meet him and discuss adoption or fostering.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.