Foraging was ingrained into Appalachian culture, and now has reemerged by young environmentalists seeking to further strengthen their relationships with the planet. Luscious flora and dense oak trees encapsulate Sells Park in Athens, which weaves through various shale and limestone rock formations deeply connected within Strouds Run Park. Check out some sights and sounds from a day of Foraging and be sure to read the full story at https://www.thepostathens.com Video filmed by: Joshua Brogden Video edited by: Jenna Skidmore Find us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepostathens/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThePost Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePostAthens
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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
