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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By Lilly Marinski | 5:57pmIt is fest season in Athens, and this weekend, The Post hit the streets to ask Mill fest attendees some general-knowledge questions.Video by: Lilly Marinski Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimediaX: thepostFacebook: thepostathens
Jackie O's celebrates its 20th anniversary with an Extraganza
By Drew Hoffmaster | Mar. 22Jackie O’s, a brewery that started as a neighborhood pub and turned into an internationally recognized craft brewery, had its 20th Anniversary Extravaganza Saturday, honoring 20 years of business. Video by: Drew Hoffmaster Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens
Playa Bowls opens in Athens
By Michael Dorwaldt and Cassie Dye | Mar. 22On Friday, Playa bowls had their grand opening in the Lostro building. With a line around the corner, The Post talked to some eager customers about the new smoothie show and the owner about the location. Video by: Cassie Dye & Michael Dorwaldt Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens
