Chipotle opened its second Athens location at 960 E. State Street at the end of last year, which some students say is better than the one at 41 S. Court Street.
Athens’ local businesses are displeased by the construction, chain businesses moving in and businesses going out of business.
On Wednesday, Sara Quoia Bryant, the owner of Cool Digs Rock Shop, hosted a town hall meeting in the Athens Community Center to discuss the loss of local businesses in Athens.
Brandon Buckley, the owner of the food trucks Rise and Grind and A-Town Pies and Fries, wants to work with the city to make the vending spots on East Union Street more accessible and user-friendly.
Newly opened drink business Bobcat Nutrition offers an extensive menu, and students share their thoughts and experiences.
After a break-in at Tavolino, the restaurant remains dedicated to providing free meals to those in need.
Steakout is the newest food truck parked on East Union Street, offering people affordable, authentic Philadelphia cheesesteak sandwiches.
The Sweet N Cheezy food truck is the newest addition to the Union Street lineup. The truck specializes in deep fried foods and on the go snacks for students and community members.
Hotels in the Athens area typically reach capacity and raise prices during Ohio University-sponsored event weekends, such as Homecoming and Family Weekend.
TimberNook, along with OU’s Child Development Center, recognizes and reinforces the importance of play to healthy child development.
After a summer of renovations, Red Brick Tavern re-opens doors with a new look aimed at making use of empty space and drawing in both new and returning customers.
An Athens City ordinance, which took effect on Jan. 1, prohibits local businesses within Athens City limits from providing single-use plastic bags. The Ohio Attorney General’s Office filed a lawsuit against the city on Dec. 27, 2023, arguing that the ban was unconstitutional under the Ohio Revised Code and demanding enforcement be stopped.
Athens Bread Company reopened after an extended hiatus to learn from other bread makers. Now it’s back open but with some changes to the hours and menu.
The Center for International Business, Education and Development, or CIBED, held a ribbon-cutting event and open house Thursday afternoon to celebrate a new location and expanded programming. CIBED joins a suite next to the Ralph and Luci Schey Sales Center at 31 S. Court St. The new location is a place for anyone affiliated with the university to come and explore experiential learning needs, socialize and gather.
Expect the fast-food restaurant Raising Canes to come to Athens; The restaurant will be on the first floor of the new hotel, The Lostro, located on the corner of South Court and West Union.
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