National Garden Month cultivates community, sustainability
By Abreanna Blose | Apr. 16, 2024April is National Garden Month, a time to celebrate the benefits of Athens gardens.
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‘We Are Proud to Present…’ touches performers, audiences
By Sophia Anness | Apr. 14, 2024Vibrancy Theater performed “We Are Proud to Present…” this past weekend and the performance left audiences in deep thought.
OURS creates an energetic, exciting atmosphere at MVP show
By Gina Napoli | Apr. 14, 2024The Ohio University Recruiting Society, or OURS, celebrated its annual multicultural variety show this weekend.
Athens Annual Marathon: Runners hit the road
By Mary Kate McNamee | Apr. 14, 2024Runners from all over took to the brick streets to participate in the Athens 57th Annual Marathon Race.
Singing Men of Ohio celebrates “SMOmecoming” weekend
By Gina Napoli | Apr. 14, 2024The Sing Men of Ohio, or SMO, has its annual alumni concert this weekend. Learn about SMO’s history, values and the strong connection between alumni and current members.
Music Industry Summit artists share expertise, network
By Cami Seymore | Apr. 11, 2024The Summit’s keynote speakers include Earl Sweatshirt, Jason Isbell and Ambar Lucid.
20th Lobsterfest rocks ‘n’ rolls into Athens
By Jackson McCoy | Apr. 11, 2024ACRN’s annual music festival brings Athens bands and big names together for a weekend.
Union Bingo Night provides a sober activity option for Athens
By Jackson McCoy | Apr. 10, 2024The bar and music venue expands into new territory with a not-so-new game.
Chris Knisely made history as first female president of Athens City Council
By Carly DeLuca | Apr. 10, 2024After serving on the Athens City Council for 8 years, Chris Knisely retired in 2023. As the first female president of the Council, Knisely created powerful change in the equality of the Athens local government.
Little Wing thrift store provides collectibles, support
By Abreanna Blose | Apr. 10, 2024Little Wing Curiosity Shoppe and Thrift Store sell a wide range of secondhand and handmade products to support Ukrainians through humanitarian relief.
Voting rights organizations unite for accessible Ohio elections
By Abreanna Blose | Apr. 10, 2024With the 2024 Presidential Election right around the corner, voting rights organizations are making efforts to ensure equal access to the polls.
Holi colors brighten OU
By Abreanna Blose | Apr. 9, 2024On March 24, the South Asian Student Association and the Indian Student Association hosted a Holi celebration.
Sociology professor leads students to success
By Sophia Anness | Apr. 8, 2024Stephen Scanlan is a beloved professor at OU and has consistently helped students achieve success in their fields. He has contributed greatly to the community and has been a leader of change.
‘Grease’ was the word for LFC this weekend
By Alyssa Cruz | Apr. 8, 2024Saturday and Sunday, the Lost Flamingo Theatre Company performed ‘Grease’ the musical. The cast members performed their own interpretations of the beloved characters with a lot of laughs and toe-tapping.
UPC hosts Q-and-A with 'Dance Moms' stars
By Payton Daugherty | Apr. 7, 2024Ohio University’s University Program Council, or UPC, hosted a Mom’s Weekend event Saturday featuring Kelly Hyland and Christi Lukasiak, two moms from the Lifetime reality show “Dance Moms” and hosts of the podcast “Back to the Barre.”
Comedian, podcaster Hannah Berner created laughs for Moms Weekend
By Tate Raub | Apr. 7, 2024Saturday night, comedian Hannah Berner did a show at Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium for Bobcats and Bobcat moms alike as a part of a Moms Weekend activity.
Student organizations showcase service work at involvement fair
By Abreanna Blose | Apr. 7, 2024On Friday, a multitude of student organizations gathered to showcase their service work efforts at the Bobcats Making a Difference Involvement Fair.
World Music and Dance Concert transports audiences across cultures
By Carly DeLuca | Apr. 7, 2024Last Friday, the 12th World Music and Dance Concert took over the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium. Local community members and student organizations came together to educate Athens on traditional music and dance from nine different countries.
‘Take Back the Night’ welcomes stories, support
By Abby Jenkins | Apr. 5, 2024Take Back the Night has been around since the 1970s, providing a place for survivors of relationship and intimate partner violence to share stories and feel the love and support from others.
Businesses, students find lack of fine dining in Athens
By Mary Kate McNamee | Apr. 5, 2024Businesses like Cutler’s and Little Fish Brewing are influencing the fine-dining scene in Athens.
