The Farmacy closes its doors to Athens
By Alison Patton | Nov. 9, 2023After over 50 years of serving the Athens community, The Farmacy Natural and Speciality Foods will soon be closing its doors.
BUSINESS
The Farmacy announces it will close
By Madalyn Blair | Nov. 1, 2023The store has served the Athens community for 53 years, supplying people with grocery food items, essential oils, health and beauty products, and a deli serving sandwiches and smoothies.
Is Snag the new DoorDash?
By Suzanne Piper | Sep. 27, 2023New delivery service, SNAG, gains attention across campus
Students drive revenue growth for ORYZA Asian Grill
By Ryan Maxin | Sep. 21, 2023ORYZA Asian Grill opened in mid-May and struggled to make revenue without students; however, since welcoming students back on campus in August, sales have been increasing for the third Asian cuisine restaurant along Court Street.
Park’s Place expands from Amesville to Court St.
By Suzanne Piper | Sep. 13, 2023Park’s Place is a casual dining establishment that offers late-night to-go and sit-down meals. Its owner Josh Vernon, said he decided to expand the restaurant out of Amesville and open doors to Ohio University students and Athens residents.
The battle for the perfect parking spot
By Bianca Grim | Aug. 31, 2023In the midst of being surrounded by boutiques, lively cafes, restaurants, shops and a diverse range of entertainment lies a vibrant atmosphere with a challenge that resonates and tests the patience of many residents and visitors: the troubles of parking on Court Street.
Buddy's Lounge prioritizes 'high-quality' cannabis products
By Madalyn Blair | Apr. 19, 2023Buddy's Lounge has increased in popularity as it strives to create a welcoming environment for people to hang out and purchase THC, HHC and CBD products that are compliant with the 2018 Federal Farm Bill.
Court Street to welcome ORYZA Asian Grill
By Madalyn Blair | Mar. 22, 2023Court Street will be home to a new restaurant named ORYZA Asian Grill at 40 S. Court St. following the completion of construction.
Keystone’s Mac Shack opens Athens location
By Hannah Campbell | Jan. 16, 2023At 14 S. Court St., the Athens location is open until 4 a.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Here’s what your major says about you
By Mimi Calhoun | Sep. 12, 2022Don’t worry, business majors aren’t the only ones to get slandered.
Career fair, student organizations create professional opportunities
By McKenna Christy | Sep. 5, 2022On Sept. 7, the Accounting, Finance and Business Career Fair will host 86 companies for students to network and find employment opportunities. Meanwhile, the Multicultural Student Business Caucus is also investing time into creating community and professional development skills for students.
City Council: Body discusses Athens Community Improvement Corporation
By Payton Daugherty | Aug. 16, 2022The Athens Community Improvement Corporation would act as an economic development tool for the city.
Students crowd Athens bars to participate in Green Beer Day
By Maya Morita and Addie Hedges | Mar. 3, 2022Following previous years’ COVID-19 limitations, students made the most of Athens’ Green Beer Day traditions.
Shoppers express frustration with Kroger reorganization, lack of mask enforcement
By Jillian Craig | Feb. 15, 2022“This time it was a lot different because we're in the middle of a pandemic.”
Athens business owners, employees continue to combat worker shortage
By Cole Patterson | Feb. 7, 2022High turnover rates and numerous call-offs are just a few of the problems causing headaches.
OU alumni support each other through their woman-owned businesses
By Kayla Bennett | Jan. 31, 2022Ohio University roots have led these alumni to creating and finding new opportunities.
Spin scooters removed from Athens, OU
By Sophia Young | Jan. 24, 2022The company’s global restructuring causes withdrawal from markets, including Athens.
New vinyl store opens in Athens
By Alyssa Cruz | Nov. 22, 2021ROAR was once a local pop-up shop but has now transitioned to being the only record store in Athens County.
Athens food truck owner seeks vending license amid possible penalty increases for unlicensed vendors
By Lydia Colvin | Oct. 25, 2021An ordinance was introduced at City Council’s previous meeting that, if passed, could result in jail time for vendors breaking Athens City Code.
Medical marijuana represents a potential, but not proven, alternative to pain relief in Southeast Ohio
By Nolan Simmons | Oct. 21, 2021As medical marijuana enters into the region, it is yet to be seen whether it has an effect on addiction.
