A two-story first + what it does to kids' grades 🏠
Good morning, Athens County. Breaking ground on a two-story home might not sound revolutionary — until you learn it's Habitat for Humanity's first ever in Athens County, and that families who land these homes see their kids' test scores climb and food insecurity drop. The Levandofsky family's new place in The Plains is scheduled to be move-in ready by late September, which feels like a very good reason to celebrate. Nationally, the economy is doing its usual mixed-signals routine: jobs are up, manufacturing is sluggish, and Wall Street can't quite decide how it feels about any of it.
On the local calendar, the Habitat for Humanity Benefit on the 8th is a great way to keep the momentum going, followed by Adult Crafternoon on the 15th and a Bluegrass Documentary screening on the 17th. Fresh real estate listings are inside too.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
Habitat for Humanity building home in The Plains
🏠 A community is building more than just a home in Ohio. Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio, alongside the Athens County Faith Build Coalition and more than a dozen corporate and nonprofit sponsors, broke ground May 12 on a new house for the Levandofsky family in The Plains. The project is notable as the organization's first two-story home built in Athens County, with completion expected in late September. Beyond shelter, Habitat homes have delivered life-changing results for recipient families, including higher children's test scores, reduced food insecurity, and opportunities to pursue higher education. Read more
3 bed · 2 bath · Refinished hardwood floors & new roof
This charming 1900s Athens gem blends classic hardwood floors and modern updates with a peaceful setting just 2.5 miles from Ohio University — move-in ready and full of character!
Tucked just under 3 miles from Ohio University and uptown Athens, this charming 3-bedroom home sits on a generous lot with a fenced backyard and deck perfect for soaking up the peaceful surroundings!
Nestled at the end of a peaceful street with gorgeous wooded views, this updated contemporary gem at 51 Nurad Rd offers one-level living, a dreamy three-season room, and a neighborhood setting you'll love calling home!
🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
🎵 Sep. 08 - Habitat for Humanity Benefit
📍 Casa Nueva, Athens, OH · 🕒 5:00 PM
Rock out for a great cause at Casa Nueva in Athens! Head to the Habitat for Humanity Benefit Show on Sep 8 for a night of live music that helps build homes and stronger communities.
🎨 Sep. 15 - Adult Crafternoon
📍 Ohio Valley Museum Of Discovery, Athens, OH · 🕒 2:00 PM
Unleash your inner artist at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery in Athens this Sep 15! Join fellow adults for a fun-filled Crafternoon of creative making and community connection.
🎸 Sep. 17 - Bluegrass Documentary Film Screening
📍 The Athena Cinema, Athens, OH · 🕒 7:00 PM
Head to The Athena Cinema on Sep 17 for *From the Hills and Hollers*, a captivating music documentary celebrating bluegrass and country soul with the talented Becks Lipshultz!
📚 Sep. 19 - Meet Cute Book Fair
📍 Central Avenue Church Uptown Location, Athens, OH · 🕒 12:00 PM
Book lovers, mark your calendars! The Meet Cute Market brings a charming book fair to Central Avenue Church's Uptown Athens location on September 19 — the perfect spot to discover your next favorite read!
🎵 Sep. 25 - Athens Summer Concert Series
📍 Athens Community Center, Athens, OH · 🕒 6:00 PM
Summer nights in Athens just got a whole lot better! Head to the Athens Community Center on September 25 for a free-spirited evening of live music that brings the whole community together.
🏳️⚧️ Sep. 25 - Gender-Affirming Fall Fest
📍 Athens Community Center, Athens, OH · 🕒 12:00 PM
Celebrate identity and community at the 4th Annual Gender-Affirming Fall Fest at Athens Community Center on September 25! Join neighbors for a joyful, inclusive gathering that uplifts and affirms everyone in the Athens community. 🏳️⚧️🌈
🎻 Oct. 03 - Dixon's Violin Live Athens
📍 ARTS/West, Athens, OH · 🕒 6:50 PM
Get ready to have your mind blown by Dixon's Violin, bringing electrifying sounds to ARTS/West in Athens, OH on October 3! This isn't your grandma's violin recital—it's an electric experience you won't want to miss.
🚵 Oct. 24 - Bailey's Family Dirt Fondo
📍 Baileys Trail System, Millfield, OH · 🕒 1:00 PM
Saddle up for a fantastic family adventure at Bailey's Trail System in Millfield, OH! Join the Bailey's Dirt Fondo on October 24 for an unforgettable cycling experience through one of Ohio's most beloved trail networks.
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released August jobs data showing the U.S. added 162,000 jobs, giving markets a surprisingly sturdy shrug.
Federal Reserve reported that U.S. economic activity edged up and prices rose moderately, keeping rate-cut guessing games very much alive.
U.S. manufacturing sector showed August factory activity slowing as new orders cooled and input prices stayed annoyingly elevated.
Wall Street rallied after cooler Fed remarks eased rate fears, turning a nervous week into a slightly happier one.
U.S. stock markets slid as yields and oil prices jumped, with investors starting September in a notably grumpy mood.
Trump administration backed OpenAI in a copyright filing, arguing tighter AI training limits could create national security headaches.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"I lift up my eyes to the hills—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth."
— Psalm 121:1-2
Whenever you feel uncertain, remember that your source of strength is always the Creator who watches over you, ready to lend a helping hand.
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