Kids, chaos & closures — small-town summer is undefeated 🎡
Good morning, Athens County. Festival season is hitting its stride — Nelsonville's Parade of the Hills is almost here, and that means street closures, packed sidewalks, and the kind of organized chaos that makes small-town summers unforgettable. Before you head downtown, pencil in those detour routes starting August 16. Closer to home, a brief road closure on South Green Dr. is wrapping up some sewer work, and in a genuinely heartwarming fairgrounds moment, kids with disabilities got their own spotlight at the Inclusive Livestock Show this week.
On the national side, retail sales dipped in July and stock futures are starting the week a little shaky — so maybe hold off on any big splurges while you browse the fresh local real estate listings waiting inside. Plenty to dig into today.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
The Parade of the Hills Festival street closures and no parking begin Sunday in Nelsonville
🎡 Nelsonville is gearing up for Parade of the Hills, and that means big street closures and no-parking zones starting August 16 and running through August 23. If you’re heading downtown, plan for detours, crowds, and plenty of festival traffic around Public Square and nearby streets. Read more
South Green Dr. closes for Athens sewer improvement work
🚧 Drivers in Athens should expect a full closure on South Green Dr. at Richland Ave. from August 17 through August 18. The work supports paving and painting tied to the sewer improvement project, so this one is all about making room for the long-term fix. Read more
Inclusive Livestock Show held at Athens County Fair
🐷 Kids with disabilities got their moment to shine at the fair. Children with developmental disabilities participated in an Inclusive Livestock Show at the Athens County Fairgrounds on Thursday. The event took place at the Swine Arena, offering a special opportunity for young participants to engage in a traditional county fair experience. Read more
This charming 2-bed, 1-bath Nelsonville classic — built in 1900 — brings vintage character to a cozy neighborhood lot, offering a unique auction opportunity for buyers ready to write the next chapter!
Tucked into the charming community of Nelsonville, this 3-bedroom fixer-upper on Mill St is bursting with potential — complete with a full basement and a cozy lot ready for your personal touch!
31 acres · Wooded lot · Creek & dual road frontage
Nestled just minutes from downtown Athens and Ohio University, this stunning 31-acre wooded haven offers mature trees, a babbling creek, and endless possibilities — from a private retreat to your dream homesite! 🌲
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
U.S. retail sales slipped 0.6% in July, giving shoppers a fresh reminder that inflation still has a grip on the checkout line.
Liverpool FC struck a deal to sell a minority stake to a consortium led by Amit Bhatia, with Jeff Bezos backing one of the investors.
U.S. stock futures opened the week softer, with the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq all edging lower before the market’s Monday data dump.
Empire State Manufacturing Index is due Monday morning, offering an early read on New York factory activity and whether manufacturers are feeling punchy or pinched.
NAHB Housing Market Index will land alongside the manufacturing data, giving investors another clue about whether homebuilder confidence is finally finding some footing.
U.S. Treasury yields edged lower but stayed elevated, keeping bond traders busy and rate-cut dreamers slightly less discouraged.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of self-discipline."
— 2 Timothy 1:7
This verse reminds us that we have the power to overcome our fears and anxieties because God is with us, giving us the strength and love we need to face life's challenges with confidence and self-discipline. By holding onto this truth, we can live more boldly and faithfully, unafraid of what lies ahead.
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