Ohio University contacted the Skate Club to inform it of a policy violation, and ordered the removal of its ramps, pipes and boxes from the South Green Basketball Courts. The skater community is currently trying to get an exception from the university, as the loss of the courts would leave skaters without access to an accessible practice area.
As the Athens Turkey Trot finished, locals sipped hot chocolate and socialized. Funds collected from the race supported youth athletics and other Athens running events.
OU’s historical Marching 110 is celebrating 50 years of women being readmitted in the band.
The 14th annual Benefest fundraiser raised money for Stuart’s Opera House and The Gathering Place with features from many local bands and artists.
Create to Donate, hosted by The Dairy Barn Arts Center, allows attendees to express themselves creatively and give back to those who need support in the community.
In Glouster, Dirty Girl Coffee strives to provide a relaxing atmosphere with a mission of empowering women.
The Lost Flamingo Theatre Company showcases the play version of S.E. Hinton’s “The Outsiders.”
Thanksgiving break is almost here, and Bobcats are ready for relaxation and family traditions. The holiday is a time to express gratitude for loved ones and family members, and is a day filled with good food and celebration. Athens is offering many dinners and community meals for those staying in town this Thanksgiving.
Bakery 323 is a local business owned and operated by Ohio University alumnus Cameron Kasler, who is dedicated to serving Athens a range of unique and flavorful cupcakes and other goodies. Since its opening in 2021, Bakery 323 has been delivering cupcakes to hungry Bobcats and catering for events and celebrations.
Rhapsody Restaurant has been teaching the culinary students of Hocking College for over 25 years, giving them the skills and experience they need to break into the industry after graduation. Rhapsody Restaurant provides a menu catered to everyone and offers lessons for students.
More than 40 artisans showcased handmade work at this year’s Holiday Shoppe, hosted by the Athens Art Guild. The Shoppe also featured live performances and a raffle.
Local businesses and Ohio University host various events, as sports teams face competitors and theater fans attend performances.
Senior dance majors demonstrated what they have learned throughout their time as Bobcats with a capstone dance concert.
November marks Native American Heritage Month, and multiple people on Ohio University’s Athens and Southern campuses plan to recognize history.
Ohio University musical theater students from the class of 2026 performed an arrangement of songs from various musicals at the Kennedy Museum of Art on Thursday. The students are currently working on their showcase materials for work after graduation.
Four kittens got adopted at the Feral Ladies Cat Rescue adoption event at Big Run Kava Bar on Saturday.
Mane Avenue Salon opened in February with a goal to serve Athens residents and Ohio University students.
Food drives, holiday shopping and pickle tasting are just some of the activities Athens residents can participate in this week.
Ohio University students in COMS 4050 teamed up with Passion Works Studios and Jackie O’s to host Recess, an event full of childlike wonder.
The new Bobcat Minecraft Club includes online meetings on a multiplayer server, monthly competitions for prizes and occasional get-togethers.
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