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Athens Quilt Trail weaves community, arts
The Athens Quilt Trail is a four-stop interactive community arts project that invites contributions from the public.
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Local band directors represent Southeast Ohio in 2026 Rose Parade
Directors from Athens and Nelsonville-York were among hundreds of band directors who marched in the parade on New Year’s Day.
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2025: The year in Athens County news
We take a look back at some of the year’s biggest stories — and give you updates on where things stand now.
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Ohio University preserves archives following closure of centers
The Ohio University Mahn Center utilizes archives from the three centers that were forced to close by state law.
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Student performers take the spotlight at annual Benefest
Two student bands from the Afterschool Music Program at Stuart’s Opera House performed at Benefest, an annual event held Uptown.
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Photo gallery: ABC Players present ‘A Christmas Story’
Performers take the stage at Stuart’s Opera House this weekend for a rendition of an iconic story about a boy and his BB gun.
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New ‘Fallout 76’ expansion features Southeast Ohio
Players of the just-released game can explore radioactive renditions of Albany, Athens and other local areas.
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Ways to give back in Athens County this holiday season
Spread holiday cheer by supporting the community through these toy and gift drives, events, and fundraisers.
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Free Thanksgiving meals in Athens County
Check out this list of free and paid Thanksgiving 2025 meal opportunities in Athens County.
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Star Chamber Arcade finds receptive audience in Athens
The owner says the business has attracted a broad cross-section of the community, including students, families and young children.
