Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of August.
Good morning, Athens.
🎭 Culture
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway announced its fall season of themed train excursions in September and October.
The rides from Nelsonville include the Steampunk Special, Labor Day Train, Pizza and Pop Express, Fall Foliage Rides and a new debut of diesel locomotive No. 1231 (newly restored).
The Athens Art Guild is opening its new headquarters at 667 E.
State St. on Sunday, Aug. 30 from 4 to 8 pm with affordable art classes, art fairs, live acoustic music, and a gallery shop featuring local art — the venue benefits from City and Arts, Parks, and Recreation support.
🎓 Education
Building Bridges to Careers is expanding its high school internship programs across 32 Appalachian counties to offer more hands-on career mentoring and job experience.
The nonprofit placed 216 students with 54 businesses from July 2025 to June 2026 (a 25% increase) and aims to reach more schools soon.
🏛️ Government
The City of Athens announced that southern Park Place will close today at 8 a.m. for fire hydrant installation and road repair and remain closed until work is complete on Wednesday — motorists should use alternate routes.
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