Good morning, Athens.

University Libraries announced that it has launched Ex Libris Alma to simplify how the OHIO community finds books and articles — staff are helping faculty update links as old URLs are deactivated.

OhioLINK requests and services from regional campuses will resume in late June.

Two Ohio University students, Kavanaugh Frank and Nathan Smith, were honored during the spring at the Ohio Space Grant Consortium Student Symposium held at the Ohio Aerospace Institute Headquarters as they shared a joint first place presentation award with peers.

Frank researches airplane safety while Smith examines growing food in space (with support from their respective mentors).

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine appointed student trustee Ava Wood to the Ohio University Board of Trustees on May 2—she attended her first board meetings on June 12 and 13 and will serve until May 13.

Wood is an environmental studies major who focuses on sustainability and environmental justice.

Officials announced that the former Russell’s Gas Station on Columbus Road will be converted into an electric vehicle charging station with four charging ports and community space.

The project will begin cleaning up contamination as early as July—using a grant for site cleanup—part of a larger effort to boost EV access in Athens.

Ohio could receive $198 million over 15 years from a settlement with Purdue Pharma that also will provide $7.4 billion for opioid crisis claims, and the funds will be managed by the OneOhio Recovery Foundation—composed exclusively of state officials, legislators, and community members—with local governments asked to join pending federal judge approval. The agreement marks the final major lawsuit resolution as Ohio continues to face opioid-related challenges.

The Scoop Announcements list Athens government updates including bids for a shared-use path with a deadline of July 7, bids to relocate utilities closing June 27, ongoing traffic work on U.S. 33 and SR 682 estimated to finish by Oct.

31, and Nelsonville street paving set to start in July—key updates for drivers. Community events include a playhouse building day on June 20, a prepared parents workshop and firefighter meet-up on June 21, first responder training on June 25, an elder care celebration on June 29, and opportunities for poet laureate submissions and educator workshops—local groups will share more details soon.

Alexandra Hopkins (a journalism student at Ohio University) writes that hobbies were once a way to help people relax but are now often used to show skill and earn money, which can lead to stress.

She argues that hobbies should be enjoyed for fun and health (keeping leisure simple).

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.

5K Beer Run at Jackie O's

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Jackie O's Taproom & Production Brewery — Registration required — Celebrate the start of Ohio Brew Week with a fun 5k run followed by craft beer.

Lyceum Luncheon with Jack Wright on Eudora Welty's Appalachian Roots

12-1 p.m. — Southeast Ohio History Center — Bring your own lunch — Discover the influential Appalachian connections of Pulitzer Prize winner Eudora Welty.

Floco Torres: Free Black! Live at Brew BQ

4-8 p.m. — Athens — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of food, brews, and live performances from local artists including Floco Torres.