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Friday, November 21st, 2025
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Star Chamber Arcade opened Oct. 2 on Court Street and has attracted a mix of students, families, and young children. Owner Nick Muntean said the arcade hosts community events — including game tournaments — while also selling ice cream, candy, and limited alcohol. Athens County Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Lost Flamingo Theatre Company will perform a play version of S.E. Hinton’s The Outsiders at Arts West, 132 W. State St. on Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.—tickets cost $5 in cash only. The Post
- ➤ Massive Hot Dog Recall, a Midwest trashcan trombone rock band from the Kent/Akron area, released their album Heavily Soiled that mixes silly humor and real musical skill on bold tracks — a review from November 19th noted the band uses playful lyrics and strong horns to create a fun twist on rock. The album shows the group’s talent and unique style that reflects their regional roots. WOUB Public Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio Athletics announced that Kenzie Brinkman became the full-time head coach of Ohio Volleyball—freshman Bailey Blair earned MAC Freshman of the Year while middle blocker Emily Waddell made the First Team All-MAC. After turning a 2-14 start into 12 wins in the final 14 matches, the team will begin the MAC Tournament at 7 p.m. today. WOUB Public Media
- ➤ Ohio Men's Basketball lost 76-73 to Bethune-Cookman on November 19th in a Sunshine Slam Campus Game in Athens — the team fell to a three-game losing streak and coach Jeff Boals promised to address the poor defense. WOUB Public Media
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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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Reindeer Run 5k
9 AM – 12 PM — Eclipse Company Store — Registration fee required — Enjoy a festive 5k with costumes, hot chocolate, and Santa.
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December Elite Prospect Camp
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Walter Fieldhouse — Check-in starts at 9:30 a.m. — Develop your softball skills with instruction and live gameplay.
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Kenny G Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the smooth sounds of Kenny G in a local setting.
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Weekly Meditation Session
3-4 p.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — Free entry — Experience a peaceful meditation practice suitable for all levels at Athens KTC Buddhist Center.
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Ohio University Basketball Halftime Show
1:00 p.m. — Convo Center — Free admission — Enjoy an entertaining halftime show featuring high-flying frisbee-catching dogs.
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