Good morning, Athens.

The Athens Community Arts and Music Festival will kick off at 2 p.m. on August 2 as one of our town’s most celebrated summer events—organizers will offer music, art, and activities for local families.

Rose is a female spaniel mix found on Skinner Rd in Glouster on May 31st; she is about (10-12 months) old and weighs (38 pounds).

She is being fostered in a home that helps build her confidence and is now ready for adoption, so call The Athens County Dog Shelter at 740-593-5415.

Ohio residents can expect higher electric bills after last year's PJM auction saw capacity prices jump as grid operators worked to meet growing demand—experts said the price surge may lead to ongoing cost increases for households.

Ohio’s sales tax holiday has been extended to two weeks and will begin at midnight Friday and run until 11:59 p.m. on Aug.

14, exempting tangible personal property under $500 from state and local taxes. Items excluded from the exemption include watercraft, outboard motors, motor vehicles, alcohol, tobacco, vape products, and items containing marijuana (these products are not eligible for the tax break).

The Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District is planning to renovate the Sutton Road Recycling Center in Logan to create a center for hard-to-recycle materials with regular hours so residents can drop off household hazardous waste safely.

The district will bring in partner companies for six-week pickups + is discussing new legislation that may require producers to help manage this waste.

Peggy Hill is a kitten with two different colored eyes who is looking for her forever home—she is playful and sweet and lives with her foster friend Sherry—waiting for the right adopter.

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.