Joann soon to close, Athens residents scramble to find art supplies
By Drew Hoffmaster | Mar. 28Fabric and craft retailer Joann is closing all locations, with large liquidation sales offering products at discounted prices.
BUSINESS
Bobcat Nutrition energizes Athens under new ownership
By Daphne Graeter | Mar. 27Bobcat Nutrition reopened under new ownership in February after its temporary closure in December. The family business is owned by Ohio University alumni and a current student and is working to assist the Athens community in meeting its wellness journey.
Playa Bowls set to open inside historic Lostro Building
By Maggie Amacher and Emily Stokes | Mar. 4The Lostro has its latest addition to the development, with a superfruit bowl franchise called Playa Bowls opening a location in the historic building.
Brenen’s Cafe reinforces laptop policy, open-door policy overview
By Drew Hoffmaster | Feb. 26Brenen's Coffee Cafe has begun reenforcing its policy prohibiting laptops and studying from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The cafe is sharing this rule with customers by posting a sign near the entrance.
Absolutely Abby: The case for strategic communication
By Abby Waechter | Feb. 24Marketing covers a broad business scope, while strategic communication focuses on creativity and building audience connections through storytelling.
Athens businesses struggle with construction, chains, closures
By Drew Hoffmaster | Jan. 30Athens’ local businesses are displeased by the construction, chain businesses moving in and businesses going out of business.
Athens business owners discuss loss of local shops, charm
By Finn Smith | Jan. 24On 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.
Food truck owner seeks changes on East Union Street
By Drew Hoffmaster | Dec. 5Brandon 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.
Bobcat Nutrition launches on Court Street
By Hadley Lynch | Nov. 19Newly opened drink business Bobcat Nutrition offers an extensive menu, and students share their thoughts and experiences.
Tavolino committed to community meals despite break-in
By Abby Waechter | Oct. 29After a break-in at Tavolino, the restaurant remains dedicated to providing free meals to those in need.
The Steakout brings authentic cheesesteaks to Uptown
By Drew Hoffmaster | Oct. 23Steakout is the newest food truck parked on East Union Street, offering people affordable, authentic Philadelphia cheesesteak sandwiches.
Sweet N’ Cheezy to provide affordable options to Union Street food truck lineup
By Olivia Gilliand | Oct. 2The 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 reach capacity, raise prices for OU’s big weekends
By Paige Fisher | Sep. 24Hotels in the Athens area typically reach capacity and raise prices during Ohio University-sponsored event weekends, such as Homecoming and Family Weekend.
TimberNook, Child Development Center highlight importance of play
By Taylor Orcutt | Sep. 13TimberNook, along with OU’s Child Development Center, recognizes and reinforces the importance of play to healthy child development.
Red Brick Tavern’s post-renovation relaunch draws crowds
By Drew Hoffmaster | Sep. 10After 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.
Athens plastic bag ban faces legal challenge
By Maggie Amacher | Aug. 22An 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 reopens with changes
By Olivia Gilliand | June 3Athens 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.
CIBED hosts ribbon cutting event for new location on Court Street
By Maggie Amacher | Apr. 25The 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.
Plans for Raising Canes to come to uptown Athens
By Emily Stokes | Apr. 23Expect 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.
Chipotle, Starbucks to join East State Street in Fall 2024
By Suzanne Piper | Apr. 21Despite the current uptown Chipotle and Starbucks locations, the chain restaurants are coming to East Street in Fall 2024. Construction is currently underway starting with Chipotle and then Starbucks.
