Good morning, Athens County. After five months of silence, the Mine Tavern is pouring drinks again — and if a beloved Nelsonville bar surviving a literal wall collapse isn't the most resilient Ohio story of the year, we don't know what is. The historic tin walls are back, the wing night specials are back, and by all accounts, so are the regulars. On a different kind of educational note, Ohio University's Summer Law Institute gave high schoolers a real taste of courtroom life this summer — mock trials, Supreme Court visits, and all.
Nationally, the Supreme Court handed tariff policy a significant legal setback, and the CDC is once again making us nervous about lettuce. Locally, today brings Myths & Puppetry Art Camp, Visible Mending, and Storytime — plus fresh real estate listings inside.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
The Mine Tavern reopens in Nelsonville
🍺 A beloved Ohio bar is back after a dramatic wall collapse. The Mine Tavern in Nelsonville, one of Ohio's longest continuously operating bars, reopened July 18 after a five-month closure caused by a partial wall collapse in February. General Manager Patrick Norway and his parents, who co-own the tavern, celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, live music, and a packed house of loyal patrons. The historic interior—featuring embossed tin walls, pool tables, and KENO machines—remains largely intact, with a rebuilt front corner, new bar, and new flooring. The full menu and beloved weekly specials, including Tuesday wing night, are officially back. Read more
Summer Law and Trial Institute inspires Ohio high school students to pursue law, public service and justice
⚖️ Ohio teens got a real taste of courtroom justice this summer. Ohio University's Summer Law & Trial Institute brought high school students from across the state to Athens for two weeks of legal immersion, including visits to the Supreme Court of Ohio and hands-on mock trials. Students learned from judges, attorneys, and legal aid advocates covering everything from immigration law to public defense. Nearly every participant reported greater interest in legal careers and college, with many eyeing Ohio University as their future school. Read more
A beautifully reimagined 1900s gem in Nelsonville, this 2,200+ sqft home blends historic charm with modern updates — think refinished hardwoods, a renovated kitchen, and move-in ready convenience with classic character intact!
3 bed · 2 bath · 55-acre lot next to Zaleski State Forest
Nestled beside Zaleski State Forest on 55 stunning acres, Seven Pines Cabin is a fully furnished, turnkey retreat offering modern comfort, incredible wildlife, hiking trails, and thriving rental income potential!
2 bed · 1 bath · Hot tub + patio included · Backs to woods
Tucked into the peaceful Nelsonville countryside near Hocking Hills, this charming 1900s cottage sits on a half-acre wooded lot — a proven short-term rental gem with a hot tub and welcoming front porch!
Unleash your inner storyteller at Dairy Barn Arts Center this week! Young myth-makers explore tales of place in the morning, then bring characters magically to life through puppetry in the afternoon.
Turn your clothing repairs into works of art! Join artist Kelly Lawrence at Community Makerspace (751 W Union St) on July 22 to learn embroidery and visible mending techniques that celebrate—not hide—life's little wear and tear.
Little ones, get ready for a magical morning at The Plains Public Library on July 22! Join in for enchanting stories, singalong songs, and playful activities that spark imagination and bring smiles.
Little explorers, it's time to discover! Bring your toddlers to the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery every Thursday morning at 10 AM for hands-on fun in the OhioHealth Community Classroom at 67 Columbus Rd, Athens.
Roll the daubers and shout "Bingo!" as you join the wonderful residents of Hickory Creek Nursing Center at 51 E 4th St in The Plains for a fun afternoon of bingo on July 23!
Dust off your leg warmers and tease that hair — DJ Barticus brings Athens' longest-running dance party back to Casa Nueva on July 24! Channel your inner Cyndi Lauper and get down on the dance floor.
Journey from the dinosaur age to today at Chauncey Public Library on July 24! Join PBS KIDS and WOUB Learning Lab for Wild Kratts: Adventures with the Tortuga, exploring how turtles have survived millions of years.
Spark your little one's love of reading at Athens Public Library on July 25! Join us for Family Storytime at 30 Home St, where stories come alive for all ages. Accommodations available upon request!
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
U.S. House of Representatives passed a short-term funding bill to dodge a pre-election shutdown, buying Washington a few more weeks of its favorite sport: procrastination.
Donald Trump said generic drugs will stay tariff-free for two years, then face a dramatic jump that could shake up pharmacy prices.
CDC reported more than 4,173 U.S. cyclosporiasis cases linked to outbreaks that have now put lettuce squarely on the menu of concern.
Tesla heads into earnings with investors bracing for another big swing, because nothing says calm like an Elon Musk quarter.
Supreme Court ruled Trump violated federal law with his sweeping global tariffs, handing his trade agenda a legal gut punch.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."
— Romans 15:13
This verse reminds us to trust in God and let His power fill us with joy, peace, and hope, inspiring us to overflow with positivity and share it with those around us. By doing so, we can live a life of purpose and joy, guided by the Holy Spirit.
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