Good morning, Athens.

During Spring 2025, graduate students from the Department of English completed community-based internships with local non-profits to support projects across Athens.

Their work included creating outreach materials and promotional events – efforts that will help advance initiatives like the Sunset Shelter Project in the coming months.

Ohio University’s AFROTC Detachment 650 earned three top awards and was rated effective during a headquarters inspection where two cadets were named superior performers & its cadets scored highest in leadership at field training among Ohio detachments.

The program upgraded its training facilities, used new exercises like Airsoft scenarios and F45 workouts, and will continue to build on these successes to prepare future Air & Space Force officers.

Ohio University in Athens has emerged as a leader in integrating artificial intelligence into its curriculum—students are gaining practical skills that will prepare them for future careers.

Athens Mayor Patterson said he was shocked by proposed state changes that would cut the city’s share of marijuana tax revenue, with studies estimating about $350,000 lost from two dispensaries.

Other southeast Ohio mayors expressed concern that the state budget would redirect these funds to cover state projects — reducing money available for local public safety and services.

OhioHealth hosted a drive-thru cancer screening event Friday at the Castrop Health Center in Athens where music professor Jose Rocha and family physician Dr. Jill Porter took part in free skin cancer screenings and received help connecting with insurance and doctor appointments.

Organizers provided resources for primary care and hope to make the event an annual offering.

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.

Joseph and His Ghost Concert

7 p.m.–1 a.m. — Smiling Skull Saloon — $5 — Enjoy a night of indie rock with Joseph & His Ghost and other local acts.