FrightWorks will vacate its Powell home after the building was sold. Final shows are set for July 10–11 as organizers raise funds and hunt for a new location.

A new family entertainment complex has opened at 2141 Parkway, swapping tribute shows for simulators, interactive mini‑golf and baked chimney‑cone ice cream.

Athens will pair a 600‑drone America 250 light show with its July 4 Buddy Liner fireworks at Athens Regional Park, plus a free concert and family activities.