Good morning, Athens.

This week's announcements include a Chauncey boil order, a food distribution event by the SE Ohio Foodbank, a call for outdoor sculpture proposals in Athens, and various community and governmental updates.

This week's news includes a civil rights lawsuit settlement in Nelsonville, Ohio University's first MAC football championship since 1968, discussions on an affordable housing complex in Athens, changes to Nelsonville's government structure, Tri-County Career Center's new AI gun detection security, and statewide legislative updates on student expulsions, domestic violence penalties, transgender birth certificate changes, and proposed amendments to Ohio's recreational marijuana law.

Athens city lost $721,976.26 to a cyber scam, with ongoing criminal and civil efforts to recover the stolen funds.

Caitlin Kraus, a musician and professional counselor, shares her eclectic mix of influential music from 2024 and past decades, revealing a diverse taste that spans genres and eras.

Ohio's recent law requiring transgender individuals to use the bathroom matching their birth-assigned sex is causing confusion among schools and colleges due to potential conflicts with federal law.

Columbus Symphony's Holiday Pops Concert

The Columbus Symphony will perform classic carols and seasonal favorites at the historic Stuart’s Opera House.

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.

Crocheted Granny Square Ornament Workshop

Learn the basics of crocheting by creating a Granny Square ornament with all supplies provided.

Buddhist Meditation Session at Athens KTC

Each Sunday, the Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts a meditation session open to all, offering instruction and a welcoming environment for participants regardless of experience level.

Weekly Buddhist Meditation Session

The Athens KTC Buddhist Center hosts a weekly meditation session open to all, emphasizing instruction for beginners and a rotating schedule of meditative practices.