The struggle of housing insecurity has been an ongoing problem in the Appalachian region due to a lack of shelter and resources for those in need. To combat this issue, HAPCAP put together the Sunset Shelter Project, which is a community initiative to turn the Sunset Motel on Columbus Road into a temporary housing shelter. Many local organizations, Athens community members and Ohio University students came together to help make a difference with this project.
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Nelsonville Music Festival welcomes community for 20th year
July 20The Nelsonville Music Festival brings together national, regional and local artists in the rolling hills of southeast Ohio. In addition to music, the festival features local food, local vendors and activities for all ages. Video by: Michael Dorwaldt Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens
Community gathers at 'Baileys in motion' Celebration
By Michael Dorwaldt | Apr. 27On Saturday, a communication and non-profit organizing class hosted an event at Bailey's Pump Track in Millfield. Saturday’s activities included bike races, face painting, trail mix making, hand-painting and a raffle and giveaway to support ORCA. Video by: Michael Dorwaldt Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens
Athens Photo Project provides creative space for people to heal
By Camden Paeltz and Maria Saunders | Apr. 27The Athens Photo Project has been in the community for the past 25+ years. The organization uses photography to support mental health and recovery in Appalachian Ohio, giving participants a creative space to heal, connect and grow. Read the full story here: https://www.thepostathens.com/article/2026/04/athens-photo-project-mental-health-healing-appalachia-ohio-solutions-journalism-app Video by: Camden Paeltz Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens
