Good morning, Athens.

Joon is a 1-year-old, 61-pound female shepherd mix found with Benny on U.S. Hwy.

33 on May 27th who is now in a foster home with her humans, an XXL Great Dane, and a cat. Interested adopters can set dates by calling 740-593-5415 — the Athens County Dog Shelter.

A judge ruled that a legal opinion from former Nelsonville Law Director Mathew Voltolini is admissible in the criminal trial of Margarita Nguyen—who was arrested for disrupting a council meeting on April 14 and claimed she was still a council member—with her trial beginning today.

The Athens County Board of Commissioners met with Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections representatives to discuss the STAR Community Justice Center but left with more questions than answers.

Officials have not confirmed the center’s future and plan to continue investigating the matter.

Athens property management companies are seeing strong demand for off-campus rental houses and apartments from students at Ohio University and Hocking College.

This high demand+ limited supply means available rentals fill fast and competition for housing is on the rise.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.