Note: All information is current as of The Scoop’s production on Tuesday morning. Click the links for the most up-to-date information.
Election letter deadline: The last day to submit letters to the editor to the Athens County Independent regarding people or issues on the May 6 ballot is Tuesday, April 15.
Government
- Audits: Athens Athens County Agricultural Society, Dec. 1, 2020 through Nov. 30, 2022.
- Nelsonville City Council appointees: The Nelsonville City Council President Greg Clement appointed Nic Joseph Saul to fill the seat vacated by Tony Dunfee and Cameron Peck to the seat vacated by Justin Booth.
- Former OhioMeansJobs building for sale: The property at 510 W. Union St. that formerly housed the Athens County OhioMeansJobs office has been listed for sale. For more information, call 740-677-4203 or email athensjfsomjdirector@gmail.com.
Traffic advisories
- Athens County:
- Mowing on Bean Hollow Road (CR 26); removing brush on Fox Lake Road (CR 81); patching on Wolfe Bennett Road (CR 73).
- Ohio Department of Transportation
- U.S. 33 and SR 682 Roundabout: Traffic maintained by flaggers on SR 682. Right shoulder closed on U.S. 33 westbound. SR 682 ramp to U.S. 33 westbound close April 1 through Aug. 1. Estimated completion: Oct. 31.
- SR 7 resurfacing: Begins April 28 from the Meigs County line to Church Road. Traffic will be maintained by flaggers. Estimated completion: July 15.
Community
- Athens City Commission on Disabilities: Seventh annual Walk, Talk and Roll starts at 11:30 a.m. this Friday, April 4, at the Athens County Courthouse. The event includes a community challenge to see if people can cross Court Street using a manual wheelchair. The event ends at 1 p.m.
- Preschool registration: Athens Community Center Preschool is for potty-trained children ages 3 through 5 and will be held weekdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Registration begins Friday, April 4; $25 per child. Athens Community Center, 701 E. State St., Athens.
- Film fest returns: The Athens International Film + Video Festival will present its 52nd edition from April 7–13, showcasing over 200 films from more than 58 countries. The Athena Cinema, 20 S. Court St., Athens.
- Chemistry presentation: Teen Science Café this month will feature Athens High School chemistry teacher Phil Armstrong, discussing the history of chemistry and chemistry experiments. Food will be served. 5:30–7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 3. Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery, 67 Columbus Road, Athens.
- Small engine repair: Habitat for Humanity of Southeastern Ohio will host a small engine lawn equipment repair workshop this Saturday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., featuring Justin from Albany’s Soluna Garage. Light lunch to follow. Register here. 14440 SR 13, Millfield.
- Ceramics sale: Ohio University annual Ceramics Sale, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. this Friday and Saturday, April 4 and 5. Jennings House, 54 E. Union St., Athens.
Free resources
Social services
- Harm reduction resources: Substance abuse counseling, one-to-one exchange, free naloxone, and fresh produce are available Wednesdays from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Athens City-County Health Department, 278 W. Union St., Athens.
Food
- The Athens County Food Pantry: Free food to income-eligible families every weekday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 13183 SR 13, Millfield.
- Drive-thru Tuesday dinner: Drive-thru meals every Tuesday from 5:30 p.m to 6:30 p.m.; call ahead at 740-593-7414. Athens Church of Christ, 785 W. Union St, Athens.
- Wednesday lunch and pantry: Eat lunch and shop from the pantry table; dine-in and carry-out options. Noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays, United Campus Ministries. 18 N. College St., Athens.
- Thursday supper and pantry: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, United Campus Ministries, 18 N. College St., Athens.
- Friday pantry: Not income-based; includes fresh produce. 11 a.m.–noon Fridays, Federal Valley Resource Center, 8225 SR 329, Stewart.
- Friday Night Life: Good Works invites all to enjoy a hot meal every Friday. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., dinner begins at 5:15 p.m.; take-home food available. The Plains United Methodist Church, 3 N. Plains Road, The Plains.
- Saturday carryout lunch: Carryout lunch is available to all every Saturday; Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd thrift store and outside blessing box also available. 64 University Terrace, Athens.
- Sunday supper: 5 to 9 p.m. Sundays until April 28. Christ the King University Parish, 75 Stewart St., Athens.
Health clinics
- Breast and cervical cancer screenings: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine; 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, April 3, Heritage Community Clinic, 16 W. Green Drive, Grosvenor Hall West 004b, Athens.
Mental health
- Meditation: Hosted by Athens KTC; 12– 1 p.m. Thursdays; Serenity Roots Yoga and Wellness Center, 8950 Lavelle Road, Athens.
- Family mental health support: National Alliance on Mental Health–Athens; 6 to 7:30 p.m. first and third Thursdays of the month; Athens Photography Project, 434 W. Union St., Athens.
- Pregnancy loss: Athens Area Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month; 73 Central Avenue, Athens.
- Pet loss: Athens County Humane Society’s Pet Loss Support Group, 9:30 a.m. on the first and third Saturday of each month; Athens Public Library, small meeting room, 30 Home St., Athens.
LaundryLoads of Hope: Free laundromat use 4–7 p.m. Thursdays. Signs of Hope, 100 Central Avenue, Athens.
