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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ohio University student Jess Mitchell received the Charles J. Ping Student Service Award from the Community Campus Coalition at the end of the spring semester as one of 13 students honored for civic engagement. She was also named a Legacy Award winner, which included a $250 donation to a nonprofit of her choice + a nod to her service-learning commitment. Ohio University
- ➤ The Trimble Local Schools board accepted John Hurd’s resignation effective July 31 and named Lindy Douglas as interim superintendent—while the board considers levy options, including a potential ballot measure with a decision due by 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6, to tackle a budget deficit. Athens County Independent
- ➤ Students from Athens High School presented a proposal to replace plastic lunch trays with stainless steel ones to the Board of Education, and the district is now checking the cost and practicality for current cafeterias and a new high school opening in 2027 (the proposal was developed by Athens ReThink Plastics and showed strong community support). The superintendent and board president said they will meet with food services to review if the switch can happen in phases while keeping student involvement in fundraising and grant applications. Athens County Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Athens County commissioners approved a request from Athens County Emergency Medical Services to place a replacement levy on the fall ballot + voters will decide on the measure later this year. The Athens Messenger
SHOP NEWS
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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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