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Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Passion Works Studio opened on Monday, July 14th to offer Athens residents a space for creative work and connection — the new venue aims to foster purpose and belonging in the community. WOUB Public Media
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Household hazardous waste in Athens County is processed in landfills built with layers of plastic plus clay liners where leachate is collected and tested to protect groundwater. The Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District will hold a hazardous waste collection day Saturday, July 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hocking County Fairgrounds to ensure safe disposal. Athens County Independent
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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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August Prospect Camp
10 a.m.–4 p.m. — Ohio Softball Field — Check website for cost — Enhance your skills with fun drills and live games at this elite youth softball event.
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A.S. Coomer Music Gathering
9 PM – 1 AM — Near Athens, OH — Camping available — Experience original music in a forest setting with a taco enthusiast.
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