Today
in Athens
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Neighborhood and student leaders have formed a Strong Towns chapter in Athens to work on local growth and fix community issues. The group — led by five local figures including Rob Delach and Stephanie Hunter — held its first work session at Dairy Lane park and will meet next Dec 7 at Big Run Kava Bar to discuss sidewalk restoration policies. The Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WOUB Culture released its Suggested Listening 2025 list curated by musician Corduroy Brown—highlighting songs and albums the community loved. The roundup features tracks by Becks, The Montvales, Hayley Williams, Green Day and June Swoon. WOUB Public Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio football head coach Brian Smith went on leave for an undetermined time effective December 1—John Hauser was named interim head coach to lead the team moving forward. The Athens Messenger
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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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Sunday Meditation Gathering
3-4 p.m. — Serenity Roots Wellness and Yoga Center — Free entry — Join the Athens KTC Buddhist Center for a peaceful Sunday meditation session in a spacious yoga studio.
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New Year's Eve Family-Friendly Celebration
5-10 p.m. — Little Fish Brewing Company — Buffet dinner options available — Kick off 2026 early with balloon drops and family fun.
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