Good morning, Athens.

Athens County Dog Shelter invites residents to meet Mella, a two-year-old terrier mix seized from a trailer who is now ready for adoption or fostering; interested parties can call 740-593-5415 to schedule a meet.

The Local Butcher on Pleasant Hill Road serves Athens and Meigs counties with ethically processed, locally raised meat using humane practices modeled on Temple Grandin's methods.

The only local butcher has applied for a grant to build a smoking facility that would extend meat shelf life.

Athens bars and restaurants are gearing up for Ohio Brew Week, a festival of craft beer that begins Friday, July 10 until July 18.

The event features brewery tours, tastings, and live music at multiple venues across town.

The University of Rio Grande opened a new McArthur Center last month offering free tuition for students taking over half their classes (with books and fees covered) and featuring labs, classrooms, and a public health clinic.

The $12 million center was funded by Governor Dewine’s Appalachian Community Grant Program.

Four Ohio University Eastern education majors were chosen as senior interns for the Rural Teacher Corps for 2026-27; they will support programming, build community partnerships, and help prepare for teaching roles in rural schools this fall.

Ohio University professor Dr. Ryan Fogt said this year’s El Niño is bringing heavy rains and cooler temperatures locally; the Scalia Lab in Athens recorded 6 inches of rain in three hours along the U.S. Rt.

32 corridor in June and will keep monitoring trends before a December peak.

The Athens Disc Alliance will host Athens Disc Fest (July 10-12) to coincide with Ohio Brew Week.

Friday events at Court Street, Saturday’s Growler Games and roller derby at the Community Center, and Sunday’s disc golf tournament at the Green Mile will raise funds by selling drinks.

Eclipse Company Store Music & Dining Experience

All day — Eclipse Company Store — Enjoy delicious food and live music in a casual, welcoming atmosphere.

Guard Care 2026: Free Health Services for Ohio Residents

6-8 p.m. — Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine: Heritage Hall — Free services — Offering free health, dental, and vision services with no appointment necessary.

Ride for Women Poker Chip Run — ATHENA

8 AM – 12 PM — Ohio University Inn and Conference Center — Last chance for Athena merch — Take a motorcycle ride to support women's initiatives in Athens.