Good morning, Athens.

A Canadian plastics manufacturer will open a plant in The Plains to expand its operations in the local area.

The Nelsonville Music Festival, celebrating its 20th edition, will take place at the Snow Fork Event Center from June 18–20.

The event supports Stuart’s Opera House’s tuition-free arts education and features performances by artists like Gillian Welch and Big Freedia (among others).

Boogie on the Bricks, Athens’ free community music & arts festival, returns Saturday, June 13 on Court Street between Washington & State streets.

The event will run from noon to 10 p.m. with live bands, local food, a Kid Zone, and a community marketplace.

Ohio University named two local faculty members as May 2026 Newsmakers.

John Sabraw is recognized for turning toxic mine pollution into paint pigments to help clean waterways & Natalie Kruse Daniels is honored for her expert analysis on the impacts of resource extraction.

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.

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.

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.

Athena Supper Club - Restaurant Salaam

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Restaurant Salaam | Mediterranean — Limited seating — A dinner club for women to enjoy delicious food and support local dining.

2026 Ohio Soccer Summer Youth Camp

9 AM-12 PM — Peden Stadium — Varies by registration — Enhance soccer skills and build confidence through tailored training for ages 6-13.

Little Bobcats Volleyball Camp

12-3 p.m. — Convocation Center — Registration required — Enhance your volleyball skills with passing, attacking, serving, and setting while interacting with OU players.