Passion Work’s Artist Popup allows for a safe way to shop holiday gifts
By Kayla Bennett | Dec. 2, 2020Local artists of Athens gather to showcase their art and provide a place for expression while maintaining a safe distance.
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Southeast Ohio Regional Kitchen Secret Santa program benefits seniors with meals, gifts
By Riley Runnells | Dec. 2, 2020HAPCAP is a community action program that serves Hocking, Athens and Perry counties in Southeast Ohio.
Officials, students discuss waste, sustainability around the holiday season
By Keri Johnson | Dec. 1, 2020Cardboard is as valuable as ever.
Athens organizations, businesses give back during holiday season
By Abby Brown | Dec. 1, 2020Cutler’s Restaurant, My Sister’s Place and the Athens County Food Pantry offered Thanksgiving aid to those in need.
Small businesses Uptown prep for holiday season
By Colleen McLafferty | Nov. 30, 2020Gift giving may look different for many this year.
Seniors relieved, hesitant about virtual commencement
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 30, 2020Following an online semester, Ohio University seniors struggle with how their hard work will be acknowledged in this fall’s virtual ceremony.
Forest bathing connects people to selves, nature
By Lily Roby | Nov. 30, 2020The Japanese practice puts a name to what many have done for years.
NAMI Athens provides help to those affected by mental illness
By Kayla Bennett | Nov. 29, 2020Athens’ local chapter for the National Alliance on Mental Illness, or NAMI, has cultivated a safe space for those seeking peace and support.
Students discuss Thanksgiving 2020 plans
By Keri Johnson | Nov. 24, 2020Some are gathering with their social pods, while others are stuck in quarantine.
Q&A: Brian Koscho talks hosting his own podcast, ‘Invisible Ground’
By Haley Swaino | Nov. 24, 2020Brian Koscho is an Athens resident and current grad student at Ohio University.
Athens County ‘blessing boxes’ bring resources to those in need
By Keri Johnson | Nov. 23, 2020Groups and individuals have recently installed “blessing box” stations throughout the county to help those in need.
Fashion industry faces pandemic’s effects
By Riley Runnells | Nov. 23, 2020OU students and staff discuss how there are more components than retailers and stores.
Cancel culture continues to garner controversial opinions
By Kayla Bennett | Nov. 22, 2020By definition, cancel culture is the popular practice of withdrawing support for public figures or companies after they did or said something controversial to the public eye.
GRID Lab, leadership class promote technological collaboration through simulation
By Riley Runnells | Nov. 19, 2020MGT 2590 works with the GRID Lab to create simulations for students.
Among Us craze brings students together
By Anastasia Carter | Nov. 19, 2020Students provide insight into how to be an imposter and crewman.
OU students find coping mechanisms to distract from post-election stress
By Haley Swaino | Nov. 18, 2020Two weeks have now passed since Election Day. With continued political tension and debate, OU students search for different ways to protect their mental health.
Many observe No-Shave November
By Abby Brown | Nov. 18, 2020Men and women alike forgo shaving this month for a good cause.
Athens County Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Event promotes remembrance, support
By Kayla Bennett | Nov. 18, 2020The Athens County Suicide Prevention Coalition and NAMI Athens are hosting this event, which hopes to destigmatize mental health issues.
Weekender Briefs: Build strength with power flow yoga, join a virtual tree lighting ceremony
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 18, 2020Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this November weekend.
Transgender Day of Remembrance honored by festival
By Keri Johnson | Nov. 18, 2020The Trans (Plays) of Remembrance Festival wraps up Wednesday, Nov. 18.
