Today
in Athens
Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dos Hermanos, a Columbus-based fast casual Mexican chain, opened its Athens location at 18 S. Court St. on Oct. 18. The restaurant serves daily-made Oaxacan food until 3 a.m. and employs about 30 Ohio University students—while planning to lower prices by about $2 in the coming weeks. The Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ohio University’s new South Green residence hall, McDavis Hall, is about 60% complete and will open to students in August 2026—making it the largest dorm on campus with 591 beds. Construction crews are now installing exterior masonry and windows before moving indoors to finish the building. The Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bulletin Board lists public meetings from Nov. 3 to Nov. 10 in Athens and nearby towns — covering local city, county, and township boards held in person and via livestream — with times, locations, and instructions for submitting future meeting notices. Athens County Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio University Football (5-3, 3-1 MAC) plays Miami (5-3, 4-0 MAC) today in the Battle of the Bricks as both teams fight for the top spot in the MAC standings; the game starts at 7 p.m. on ESPN2. WOUB Public Media
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Euchre Club
5:45-9:30 p.m. — Hole in the Ville — $5 — Enjoy a lively night of euchre with light refreshments and BYOB.
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Weekly Meditation Session
3-4 p.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — Free entry — Experience a peaceful Sunday morning meditation with the Athens KTC Buddhist Center.
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