Good morning, Athens.

An Athens County family has reinvented their farm as Libby's Pumpkin Patch— a thriving agritourism destination drawing visitors from across the county for seasonal enjoyment.

State lawmakers are reviewing Senate Bill 56 to regulate hemp products after Gov. DeWine banned intoxicating hemp on October 24—though a judge later blocked the ban, local business owners like Josh Crosier of Appalachian Girls and the co-owner of Silver Serpent in Athens said the new rules will force changes by limiting sales to adults and requiring licensed dispensaries. The bill, which also includes new taxes on hemp beverages, could transform how these products are sold statewide.

Scowl singer Kat Moss said the new album Are We All Angels? mixes soft and hard sounds to push her vocals to new levels—she added that the band will join Sunami on a fall tour.

Ohio University is launching Bobcats Help Bobcats to give every student a chance to meet alumni mentors starting with a one-credit course for first-year students in spring 2026 — the program will also include meal sessions and one-on-one match days for upperclassmen to boost career and life skills. Alumni can join through the online form and first-year students should talk to their academic advisors to register.

Ohio University is celebrating International Education Week — a focus on global workforce readiness — from Nov.

13–21, 2025. Nominations for the Awards for Excellence in Global Engagement — recognizing outstanding global efforts — are accepted through Nov. 3, and winners will be honored at a dinner on Nov. 16.

Kayla Payne, a junior at Scripps College of Communication, won the 2025 T-shirt design contest and her design will give faculty and staff a new look; over 2,000 students submitted designs to show their pride for the college.

Sunday Meditation Session

2-3 p.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — Free entry — Experience tranquility and mindfulness through guided meditation with the Athens KTC Buddhist Center.

Intro to Knitting Class

5-7 p.m. — Community Makerspace — All supplies provided — Learn the essentials of knitting from community teachers in this welcoming class.

Megan Bee Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Eclipse Company Store — Ticket prices vary — Experience the evocative folk-Americana music of singer-songwriter Megan Bee reflecting her love for the land and wanderlust.

MAC-SBC Challenge: Arkansas State at Ohio Bobcats Basketball

1-4 p.m. — Convocation Center — Tickets starting at $37 — Catch the thrilling matchup between Arkansas State Red Wolves and Ohio Bobcats in this NCAA basketball showdown.

Ohio Bobcats vs. Miami (OH) RedHawks Football Game

7-8:30 p.m. — Baker University Center — Lowest Price Guaranteed! — Catch the Ohio Bobcats take on the Miami (OH) RedHawks in a thrilling college football match.

5k Glow Run/Walk

6-8 p.m. — TailGreat Park — Free entry — Light up the night with a fun 5k run/walk supporting survivors in neon gear.

Deep Listening Gong Journey

7-8:30 p.m. — Trauma Sensitive Yoga Project, LLC — $28 presale, $35 day of show — Experience an immersive gong meditation to foster stillness and connection.

Weekly Meditation Gathering

3-4 p.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — Free — Relax and find your inner peace through guided meditation every Sunday.

UMass Minutemen vs. Ohio Bobcats Football

7-8:30 p.m. — Peden Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Experience college football action as the UMass Minutemen take on the Ohio Bobcats live.

Euchre Club

5:45-9:30 p.m. — Hole in the Ville — $5 — Enjoy a lively night of euchre with light refreshments and BYOB.