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Saturday, July 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Renovations at the historic Lostro Building are moving swiftly and contractors expect to finish work by fall. Playa Bowls and Raising Cane’s will open their stores when the updates are complete (according to a press release). The Athens Messenger
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ohio Brew Week celebrates its 20th anniversary — the weeklong event will honor Ohio-made craft beers and brews as it kicks off on Friday. The Athens Messenger
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Senate may vote this week on a rescission bill that would take back $9 billion in federal funds from foreign aid and public broadcasting if approved. Local public media outlets in Ohio—like WOUB in Athens and WYSO in Yellow Springs—may face budget cuts and need to increase private fundraising to cover the shortfall. WOUB Public Media
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Athens Gravel Challenge
1-7 p.m. — Baileys' Chauncey-Dover Park — Race entry required — Experience the thrill of gravel racing with multiple courses and categories across scenic Ohio terrain.
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Athens Community Arts and Music Festival 2025
5:00–11:00 p.m. — Union Street Market — Ticket info pending — Experience a vibrant community celebration of art and music.
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Beat the Heat: Song of the Sea
3-5 p.m. — The Athena Cinema — Ticket prices vary — Dive into the enchanting world of Irish folklore with a captivating animated tale of family and magic.
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