Richland Avenue Playground receives $20,000 for renovations

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Richland Avenue Playground receives $20,000 for renovations

By Michael Dorwaldt , Bridley Wilkinson and Justine Spinelli | Sep. 26, 2024

The Richland Avenue Playground received a $20,000 Changing Lives Grant from the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association Foundation to renovate the playground. The project will replace broken equipment and install accessible, inclusive equipment. The project is underway and set to be completed in the fall of 2024. Video by: Justine Spinelli & Bridley Wilkinson Edited by: Michael Dorwaldt Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Fiesta Latina takes place at The Union

By Raph Anglade , Aubrey Kreitzer and Erin Brogan | Sep. 26, 2024

Fiesta Latina, hosted at The Union is a staple event of Hispanic Heritage Month. It's put on by the OU Latino Student Union, and the night is full of celebrations and dancing to Latin music. Video by: Raph Anglade, Erin Brogan & Aubrey Kreitzer Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Athens Police Chief's tips to have a safe homecoming weekend

By Kendall Timms and Mallory Rickel | Sep. 25, 2024

Homecoming weekend is upon here at Ohio University! With that comes bigger crowds and an amped up police presence. Athens Police Chief, Nick Magruder gives us a rundown of how to stay safe this weekend, but still have fun. Video by: Kendall Timms & Mallory Rickel Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Students for Justice in Palestine keep fighting for divestment as the war in Gaza continues

By Ranjini Shank | Sep. 24, 2024

The student organization, Students for Justice in Palestine continue to fight for the thousands of lives lost and work toward their goal of divestment. They came together to create posters and make their voices heard as they walk in the Homecoming parade this Saturday. Video by: Ranjini Shank Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens and @thepostmultimedia X: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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Import House is closing its doors

By Chase Borland and Hailey Dunne | Sep. 20, 2024

The long standing store, Import House, located in uptown Athens is closing its doors this year. Reporters Hailey Dunne and Chase Borland talk with owner, Karen McGuire, about her feelings after running the store for nearly 30 years. Video by: Chase Borland and Hailey Dunne Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens and @thepostmultimedia X: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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Big Run Kava Bar is open on Court Street

By Abby Hiday , Ranjini Shank and Hayley Mitchell | Sep. 19, 2024

Big Run Kava Bar is the newest addition to Court Street, and it's the first Kava bar to hit Athens. They offer a variety of items from botanical teas, coffees and more. Reporters Ranjini Shank, Abby Hiday and Hayley Mitchell got all the details of what a Kava bar is and how they operate. Video by: Ranjini Shank, Abby Hiday, Hayley Mitchell Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens and @thepostmultimedia X: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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Annual Ohio Pawpaw Festival is back

By Chloe Smith and Mallory Rickel | Sep. 17, 2024

The Ohio Pawpaw festival is a Southeast Ohio favorite every year. The festival highlights the native fruit, the pawpaw and many different vendors while bringing the community together. Video by: Mallory Rickel & Chloe Smith Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens and @thepostmultimedia X: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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Red Brick Tavern renovates to draw new crowds

By Bridley Wilkinson , Justine Spinelli and Erin Brogan | Sep. 17, 2024

Red Brick Tavern had a glow-up this summer, adding many new aspects to their space to increase the capacity. Bartenders tell us these changes have already brought in bigger crowds and they're looking forward to the rest of the semester. Video by: Justine Spinelli, Bridley Wilkinson, and Erin Brogan Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Elle King performs at Memorial Auditorium

By Michael Dorwaldt and Mallory Rickel | Sep. 16, 2024

Last Thursday, Elle King, an alternative country artist performed at Memorial Auditorium. The show was packed with students and their families for parents weekend and the show did not disappoint. Reporter, Mallory Rickel captured it all. Video by: Mallory Rickel Edited by: Michael Dorwaldt Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens and @thepostmultimedia X: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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Voices on Court: Parents Weekend Edition

By Winifred Stiefel , Nicholas Kobe , Audrianna Reed and Mallory Rickel | Sep. 16, 2024

Over the weekend, Ohio University parents filled Court Street and campus to enjoy a fun weekend with their kids. This Voices on Court episode captures all the craziness from the weekend with students and their parents! Video by: Nicholas Kobe, Audrianna Reed & Mallory Rickel Edited by: Winifred Stiefel Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens and @thepostmultimedia X: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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The Post TV: Season 4, Episode 1

By The Post TV Staff | Sep. 12, 2024

The Post TV is back for season 4! This episode covers the Burrito Buggy, the first Presidential football tailgate of the year, the annual Welcome Week Drag show and much more. You do not want to miss the first episode of the season, and many more to come weekly! Producers: Chase Borland & Kendall Timms Hosts: Meg McCleary & Abby Hiday Sports Host: Kendall Timms Editors: Kendall Timms, Hailey Dunne, Cassie Dye, Chase Borland, Dan Gray Camera Operator: Jack Beeler Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens and @thepostmultimedia X: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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Burrito Buggy Celebrates 40th Anniversary

By Kendall Timms and Hailey Dunne | Sep. 11, 2024

The Burrito Buggy has been a staple of Athens for many years, and owner Gary Charles hopes to keep that going. Charles reflects on the past 40 years of the buggy, the success of the new Burrito Buggy XL and he describes how much owning it means to him. Video by: Kendall Timms & Hailey Dunne Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens & @thepostmultimedia Twitter: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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First Presidential Tailgate of Football Season

By Danny Gray and Sullivan Beach | Sep. 10, 2024

On Saturday, the first presidential tailgate of the 2024 football season took place, featuring the Marching 110. President Gonzalez will hold these tailgates each week before home games, featuring a new group each time. Reporters Sullivan Beach and Dan Gray captured all the sights. Video by: Sullivan Beach & Dan Gray Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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Rufus the Bobcat's B-day Bash

By Caroline Schehl , Hailey Dunne and Mallory Rickel | Sep. 9, 2024

Last week Ohio University held a celebration for it's favorite furry friend, Rufus! Discover what went into planning this event and why it is so special to the students on campus.

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Ohio University kicks off the year with drag show

By Ranjini Shank | Sep. 4, 2024

Welcome week at Ohio University comes with many fun and exciting events, and the drag show was the hit of the week. Many different drag queens performed at the show, and there was even a special guest from RuPaul's Drag Race! Reporter, Ranjini Shank has the details. Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens

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2024 Ohio University Orientation Guide

By Kendall Timms and Hailey Dunne | May 20, 2024

The 2024 fall semester is quickly approaching, and The Post is very excited to welcome our new Bobcats to campus! This video offers a tour of everything you need to know about on campus, while highlighting some of the Marching 110's unforgettable music. We are so excited to have you on campus Bobbies! Video by: Kendall Timms & Hailey Dunne Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens & @thepostmultimedia Twitter: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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Pro Palestine protest to call on university officials to disclose investments in Israel

By Ranjini Shank and Kendall Timms | May 3, 2024

Ohio University's Students for Justice in Palestine organized a protest on Wednesday, urging the university to divest from and disclose investments in Israel. They also wanted to show their solidarity with the people of Gaza and call for an immediate cease fire. Video by: Kendall Timms & Ranjini Shank Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens & @thepostmultimedia Twitter: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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West Union Street Construction

By Danny Gray and Ranjini Shank | May 1, 2024

Road construction on West Union Street has been going on since this past summer and is set to be finished by December 2024. The purpose of this project is to improve safety conditions, intersections and accessibility. Although these improvements are necessary, they have had a significant impact on motorists and businesses on West Union Street. Video by: Dan Gray & Ranjini Shank Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens & @thepostmultimedia Twitter: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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The Post TV: Season 3 Finale

By The Post TV Staff | Apr. 26, 2024

In this episode of the Post TV, we look at the construction that is affecting businesses on West Union, the last showcase of the year for Brick City Records and we take a look at the new dorms coming to Ohio University. You don't want to miss this episode highlighting so many important things around Athens! Producer: Chase Borland Assistant Producers: Cole Patterson & Kendall Timms Hosts: Chase Borland & Cole Patterson Sports Host: Cassie Dye Editors: Ranjini Shank, Kendall Timms, Abby Hiday, Sully Beach, Lilly Marinski Master Editor: Chase Borland Camera Operator: Jack Beeler Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens and @thepostmultimedia X: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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The Debut of Athens Fest

By Ranjini Shank and Nicholas Kobe | Apr. 23, 2024

With Cornwell Properties canceling BrickLife Entertainment’s involvement with Palmer Place Fest, a new fest was created on short-notice, allowing for the debut of 'Athens Fest.' Video Filmed by: Nicholas Kobe & Dan Gray Video Edited by: Ranjini Shank Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: @thepostathens X: @thepost Facebook: @thepostathens

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