Good morning, Athens.

Rose is a 3-year-old spayed Rottweiler-Shepherd mix weighing about 68# (found on South High Street in Athens) who is looking for an active forever home.

Interested adopters or foster caregivers can call the AthensCounty Dog Shelter at 740-593-5415.

OpenAI and SB Energy announced a $6 million childcare program linked to their planned AI data center near Piketon after Monday's outreach meetings, which will provide subsidies and grants to ease costs for working families (addressing supply and demand challenges).

Al is a social 13-week-old cat ready for a forever home in Athens today + he thrives with another playful feline.

He was quickly rescued by caring fosters, and adopters are encouraged to apply at the local humane society.

Ohio's Bobcats finished 14th with 17 over par in the Badger Invitational in Wisconsin, led by Mikey Schutte who shot at even par with two eagles — the team will travel to Kettering on Oct.

12-13 to build on their strong showing.

Ohio is hosting the Akron Zips in a two-match volleyball doubleheader (Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday at 4 p.m.) at the Convocation Center.

The Bobcats hope to extend their five-game win streak while Akron aims to rebound from a recent loss to Toledo.