In Athens County, approximately 19% of residents — or 12,500 people — are food insecure, according to 2019 data from Feeding America. That number is 5% higher than the rate of food insecurity in Ohio and nearly double the national rate.
For many queer individuals, returning home for the holidays can be a very stressful experience.
As students put this past year behind them, many are looking forward to their New Year’s resolutions.
Lead singer of the Nicotine Dolls, Sam Cieri, talks about his journey as a musician in New York City and how his band Nicotine Dolls is gaining success.
Students share their experiences making presents for loved ones and how crafting gifts can make them extra special.
The Athens County Sheriff’s Office is hosting the Joy of Toys program that helps collect toy and monetary donations for underprivileged families in Athens.
Now that the women’s ultimate frisbee team has made history, they will compete for the league’s national title Dec. 17.
For each night of Hanukkah, Chabad hosts a different event, including a menorah lighting open to students of all faiths to spread the message and traditions of the holiday.
This year marks the 10th annual Benefest.
As COVID-19 restrictions have changed wildly from last January to now, members of student organizations look back at the many ways their clubs have changed and adapted over the course of the calendar year.
Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.
John Mulaney, Britney Spears and David Dobrik have all become household names this year.
Carolyn Lewis brought her story and others’ stories to life in her new book.
Local charitable organizations and nonprofits have been active over the past year to ensure that everyone can have access to necessary resources.
The LGBT Center, Multicultural Center and Women’s Center each had their own approaches to events and participation this year.
Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello have ended their long-term relationship.
Outdoor Pursuits is an organization that integrates the outdoor scenery of Athens into a space for students and those outside of Ohio University to strengthen their sense of community and communication and leadership skills.
Athens has been experiencing a problem with garbage not ending up in the right places. Henry LaBelle, an Athens resident, has recently taken the initiative to help combat this issue by spending his personal time cleaning up this out-of-place garbage.
Rural Action has a mission to help students at OU learn about the benefits of composting.
Tavolino is having its 4th annual Community Meal on Thanksgiving, free to all.
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