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Saturday, November 23rd, 2024
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hocking College initiated the Rescue Kitchen project to combat food insecurity in Athens and Meigs County. The Athens Messenger
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hosts Bonnie Proudfoot, Ivars Balkits, Albert Rouzie, and Wendy McVicker discuss various poems on 'Poetry Conversations From Studio B,' including works by notable poets and highlighting Wendy McVicker's new book. WOUB Public Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Larry Katz donates an additional $185,000 to WOUB Public Media to support student scholarships and sports production, emphasizing the impact of hands-on experience. Ohio University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Athens City School Board declined a proposal to sell land for affordable housing due to potential future needs and valuation concerns, leading the city to consider alternative locations. WOUB Public Media
- ➤ Ohio's proposed House Bill 93 aims to shift the responsibility of delinquent utility bills from landlords to renters, stirring concerns among municipalities, landlords, and potentially increasing living costs for tenants. WOUB Public Media
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In a thrilling overtime game at the Myrtle Beach Invite, Middle Tennessee State defeated Ohio 83-81 despite a strong performance from Jackson Paveletzke who tied a tournament record with 11 assists. WOUB Public Media
- ➤ AJ Clayton scored a career-high 34 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, leading Ohio to an 85-73 victory over Portland and ending their three-game losing streak at the Myrtle Beach Invitational. WOUB Public Media
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Weekly Buddhist Meditation Session
Experience tranquility and mindfulness at a weekly meditation gathering hosted by the Athens KTC Buddhist Center.
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16th Annual Athens Turkey Trot - Community Fun Run
Experience a fun community event on Thanksgiving morning with a scenic out-and-back 5K run along the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway, featuring chip timing and prizes for top finishers.
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Ball State Cardinals vs. Ohio Bobcats Football Matchup
Experience an exciting college football showdown between the Ball State Cardinals and Ohio Bobcats at Peden Stadium in Athens, Ohio.
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Santa Christmas Train Rides at Hocking Valley Scenic Railway
Experience a beloved family tradition with festive train rides featuring Santa, Christmas music, and treats for children in the scenic Hocking River Valley.
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Ohio University Basketball Halftime Show Featuring Performance Dogs
The halftime show at Ohio University's basketball game will showcase talented frisbee, stunt, disc, and trick dogs from Performance Dogs of Ohio.
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Weekly Buddhist Meditation at Serenity Roots
Experience tranquil meditation sessions led by the Athens KTC Buddhist Center every Sunday morning at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center.
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A Christmas Carol in Athens
Experience the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge as he embarks on a transformative journey through his past, present, and future during this theatrical adaptation of 'A Christmas Carol'.
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Holiday Craft Workshop
This event at the Nelsonville Public Library offers adults a chance to create festive crafts such as book page snowmen and seasonal dioramas.
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Columbus Symphony's Holiday Pops Concert
The Columbus Symphony will perform classic carols and seasonal favorites at the historic Stuart’s Opera House.
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Sunday Buddhist Meditation Session
The Athens KTC Buddhist Center gathers each Sunday morning for meditation in a large yoga studio at Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center, welcoming attendees of all experience levels.
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