ATHENS Top Stories

Track & field results from Tuesday at Athens2026-04-11
The Logan Daily News: ATHENS, Ohio — Logan’s track and field athletes were in action at Athens on Tuesday. Athens, Logan, FairfieldUnion, Warren, Nelsonville,and Miller all participated. The Chieftain boys placed third in the event, while the girls team placed fourth. ......
Take a look: Opening night of Athens African American Film Festival2026-04-11
Athens Banner-Herald: The inaugural Athens...
Limestone looking at two locations in Athens for animal shelter, hope to break ground soon2026-04-11
Decatur Daily: ATHENS — Limestone County is looking at two plots of land in Athens to build a new animal shelter on, including one that is owned by Athens, which may join the county in the shelter venture. ......
Georgia Lottery Mega Millions, Cash 3 results for April 10, 20262026-04-11
Athens Banner-Herald: The Georgia Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at April 10, 2026, results for each game:WinningMega Millions numbers from April 10 drawing 03-18-36-42-49, MegaBall: 06 Check Mega Millions payouts and previous...
Athens Water Crisis Recedes as Mornos Reserves Triple2026-04-10
Greek Reporter: Emergency alarms were triggered for the Mornos in autumn 2025. Credit: AMNA A significant shift has been observed in the Mornos catchment area over the recent months, as the emergency alarms triggered in autumn 2025 regarding Athens’ water sufficiency...
Odeon of Herodes Atticus: A Month of “Farewell Celebrations” in Athens2026-04-10
Greek Reporter: Odeon of Herodes Atticus. Credit: Leporello78 / CC-BY-SA-4.0 / Wikimedia Commons In June 2026, the historic Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Roman theater nestled beneath the Acropolis, will open its gates for one final, momentous month before closing for...
Mizzou softball travels to Athens for a crucial series against No. 14 Georgia2026-04-10
Columbia Missourian: Missouri faces No. 14 Georgia this weekend in a must-win SEC series to keep its postseason hopes alive. ......
Athens inmate found dead in cell identified2026-04-10
Athens Banner-Herald: The inmate who was found dead in his cell at the Athens-Clarke CountyJail on the night of March 5 was identified on Friday as 45-year-old Joshua Ray...
Athens police investigating two deaths in Watercress subdivision2026-04-10
Decatur Daily: Two people were found dead Friday morning at a home in the Watercress subdivision, according to AthensPolice ChiefAnthony Pressnell. ......
Athens tennis stars in singles matches to defeat Gallia Academy2026-04-10
The Crescent News: THE PLAINS — The Athens tennis team returned to their home court on Thursday, with the Bulldogs improving to 2-2 on the young season with both of those wins at home. ......
Appeals court gives unexpected ruling on Nguyen and Powell lawsuit2026-04-10
The Crescent News: NELSONVILLE, Ohio - On April 1, the Ohio FourthDistrict Court of Appeals gave an unexpected ruling on the fate of the council seats Rita Nguyen and Sue Powell claim are rightfully theirs. ......
Athens secures second shutout win as defensive dominance continues against Meigs2026-04-10
The Crescent News: THE PLAINS — Defense wins championships, but it will win you individual baseball games too. ......
Demosky arrest, indictment places Athens County DJFS in the hot seat2026-04-10
The Crescent News: MILLFIELD, Ohio - The Athens CountyDepartment of Job and Family Services (DJFS) finds itself embroiled in controversy after the arrest of its executive director. ......
Rainbow trout to be released in Meigs County on Saturday2026-04-10
The Athens Messenger: RACINE, Ohio - On Saturday, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is giving young anglers a chance to hone their fishing skills. ......