Good morning, Athens.

The Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery held its grand reopening on June 5 with renovations that include a handicap accessible indoor playground and updated classroom area (the museum now welcomes visitors for interactive exhibits and learning opportunities).

Ohio University’s online School Counseling program builds a strong student network through shared orientations, study groups, and ambassador-led meetings.

The program began in 2024 with 24 students and now has 56 students from several states who work together until their graduation in spring.

Ohio University’s Center for Community Engagement is inviting proposals for Engage OHIO 2025—set for October 24 at the Ohio University Inn and Conference Center—that will include interactive sessions, panels and workshops.

A plenary and awards ceremony is scheduled for the evening of October 23 and proposals must be submitted by June 30.

Athens residents are worried about a proposed city ordinance that would change the zoning of over 5 acres on Hooper Street from single-family homes to apartments, saying the change may bring noise, environmental issues and traffic dangers.

Councilmember Alan Swank said the project will go through a Title 41 review, and a developer—Hill Tide Partners—has shown interest, with the ordinance set for a third reading at Monday’s special session.

Athens City Council approved the final $932,000 payment for the new fire station headquarters and moved extra funds after a cyber scam delayed an earlier payment — council members questioned the additional $210,000 in costs.

At a public hearing, residents raised concerns that the proposed rezoning of over 5 acres on Hooper Street for an 80-unit affordable housing project would worsen traffic and road safety — with critics urging a site visit to review the road conditions.

Ohio Athletics hired Andrew See as its next head coach for baseball on June 5—he returns from Liberty as pitching coach and associate head coach.

He brings years of coaching experience and will work to rebuild the struggling pitching staff while addressing a high number of transfers.

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.