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🌱 Why two Ohio University students were arrested at Thursday’s trustees protest

Good day Athens! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why two Ohio University students were arrested at Thursday’s trustees protest
  • How Athens’ volleyball captain is taking her talents to college
  • What’s planned for this year’s Ratha Con in Athens?

Also on today's calendar: Sprouting Melodies and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 83 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Saturday: A gusty t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 80, low: 43.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny; breezy, cooler, with a high of 58 and low of 34 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Two Ohio University students arrested during demonstration (woub.org) — Two Ohio University students were arrested in Athens during a Thursday protest that moved from outside Baker Center into Walter Hall, where trustees were meeting. Police say the students violated the indoor use policy, while organizers criticized the university’s response to Senate Bill 1, closure of key centers, and rejection of a student-backed divestment referendum.
   

2. Athens' Liza Hartman signs letter of intent to play volleyball at Earlham College (athensmessenger.com) — Athens High School volleyball standout Liza Hartman has officially signed her letter of intent to continue her career at Earlham College, celebrating with family, friends, and teammates in The Plains. After leading Athens to a 16-7 season and earning All-Conference honors, she’s now preparing for Division III play in Indiana while planning to double major in business and Spanish.
   

3. Ratha Con 2026 (athensnews.com) — Ratha Con 2026 is gearing up with cosplay contests, retro gaming from Athens Retro Games, tabletop miniatures, and card tournaments, plus a community food drive. Fans can meet YouTube guest Melody Nosurname and hear local writer Caitlin Seida’s new reading, alongside steampunk brewery fun from Horatio Hops and spooky tales from Janette Quackenbush.
   

4. Great Ohio Climate March to start in Athens (thepostathens.com) — A two-week Great Ohio Climate March will kick off at the Athens Farmers Market on May 16, sending walkers on a 100-mile trek to the Statehouse in Columbus. Organizers hope Athens-area residents will join to spotlight fracking in Ohio’s parks, the oil and gas industry’s political influence, and the promise of renewable energy alternatives like solar.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • Does anyone know if that lot in The Plains with the pile of sand, soil, and beautiful rich looking soil/compost is a business, and if so how can I contact them?
    I need good soil for my planters and don't want to have to buy a bunch of bags. (Nextdoor State Park)
  • Good morning.
    For those in the Oakwood drive , Echo lane neighborhood. Our small cat was hit and killed last night . Sandy my kids saw her body before school and… (Nextdoor Valley View)
  • US Customs and Border Protection posted a job opening for Marine Interdiction Agent in Athens. Apply here.
  • Ohio University posted a job opening for Assistant Manager, Employee Service Center in Athens. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Athens here.

Ok Athens! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Athens

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Athens

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.