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The history of daylight saving time—and why some advocate for its end
Since 2015, several states (including Ohio) have introduced legislation calling for the end of twice-yearly time changes.
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Goddess Collective Burlesque celebrates fifth annual Heartbreaker’s Ball
Athens burlesque troupe, Goddess Collective Burlesque, will celebrate its fifth anniversary at The Union on Saturday.
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Ohio University celebrates 11th annual Trombone Day
This year’s Ohio University Trombone Day features a trombone-piano performance by world-renowned musicians.
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Female rockers upset the odds to dominate Athens music scene
Women are taking center stage in local college rock bands.
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New book collects poetic correspondence between Athens, Meigs poets
Former Athens poet laureate Wendy McVicker and Meigs County resident Cathy Cultice Lentes — also both childhood educators — collaborated on a book featuring letter poems they exchanged in spring and summer, 2021.
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Say Gay Dance Night brings LGBTQ+ nightlife option to Athens
The dance nights, hosted by DJ Mooseknuckle at Casa Nueva, offer an LGBTQ+ dance party for community members and students.
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Holiday events around Athens County (and a little beyond)
There’s something happening pretty much every week through the end of the year. Have an event for this list? Add it to our community calendar! Giving Trees and Toy Drives Saturday, Nov. 18 Sunday, Nov. 19 Monday, Nov. 20: Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 23: Saturday, Nov. 25 Tuesday, Nov. 28 Wednesday, Nov. 29 Thursday, Nov. 30…
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Radio station changes continue as Athens loses third DJ
DJ Barticus’s departure marks the third loss of a local DJ on the airwaves within the year.
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Veterans Day 2023 freebies and events
All offers and events take place on Saturday, Nov. 11, unless otherwise noted. You may need to show military ID or proof of service.
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Billy Peacock honored with Athena Award
Five people were nominated for the 2023 Athena Award, which recognizes exceptional local service for people who have disabilities.
