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Passion Works bring Mardi Gras to Athens
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- Passion Works bring Mardi Gras to Athens
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- 5 hours ago
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- On Saturday, Passion Works hosted its annual Mardi Gras celebration with a theme of Spring Fling. The event is held to raise money for the Athens organization and the artists at the studio.
Video by: Cassie Dye
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- Bobcats celebrate Green Beer Day 2026
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- 10 days ago
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- The Wednesday before spring break is known as Green Beer day in Athens. In which students flock to Court Street to celebrate the "holiday" by drinking green beer.
Video by: Lilly Marinski
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- Up and Up Festival: Athens looks to bring raves OU
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Up and Up Festival: Athens hosts raves and other events throughout the school year. The group is growing and hopes to bring major headliners to Athens.
Video by: Drew Hoffmaster
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- Hotbox Chicken is dedicated to supporting the Athens community
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Hot Box chicken opened in 2024, and this past year, the restaurant has given back to the community in multiple ways.
Video by: Drew Hoffmaster
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- Voices on Court: Siblings weekend edition
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- This past weekend was siblings weekend in Athens. The Post took to the streets to find out what the siblings have been up to this weekend, and who they think is gonna win the Super Bowl.
Video by: Hunter Gillispie & Hayley Mitchell
Edited by: Cassie Dye
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- Athens Community gathers to support reproductive rights
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- On Saturday, The Union hosted a "Rocking for Reproductive Rights" event. The event featured four bands and was to help spread awareness/fund the local Planned Parenthood.
Video by: Hayley Mitchell
Edited by: Lilly Marinski
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- The Union hosts locals only night
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- On Wednesday Jan. 28th The Union hosted its first locals only night, showcasing local bands who hope to gain more exposure.
Video by: Ranjini Shank & Michael Dorwaldt
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- Maternity deserts, how Southeast Ohio can improve healthcare options for pregnant women
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- 2 months ago
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- Athens is considered a maternity desert which means there are limited resources provided for pregnant women and new parents. Professor Cory Cronin and CEO of OSMA Todd Baker, provide insights on the work that can be done for Southeast Ohio.
Editor’s Note: This story is part of solutions stories The Post is publishing as a part of the Solutions Journalism Network’s Student Media Challenge. Stay tuned for more stories about Maternity Deserts and other solutions in the coming months.
Video by: Ranjini Shank
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- Snow day in Athens
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Students took to Jeff Hill on Sunday at 12 to have some fun in the snow. The "Snow Day" event was hosted by Snowcats; the afternoon was filled with students sledding down the hill on anything they could find.
Video by: Drew Hoffmaster
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- Ohio Students Association ICE out walk out
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- On Jan. 23rd OSA held a peaceful protest on college green to stand in solidarity with Minneapolis against ICE.
Video by: Ranjini Shank, Michael Dorwaldt & Drew Hoffmaster
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- Rise & Grind opens new location
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Rise & Grind opened a new location on East Simpson Ave. The food truck, which is popular among the OU students, now can serve the broader community.
Video by: Lilly Marinski
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- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. silent march and brunch
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- 2 months ago
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- On Jan. 19th, the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity held its annual silent march to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy. A brunch was held directly after which featured speakers and performances. The Post sponsored a table at the brunch.
Video by: Ranjini Shank & Michael Dorwaldt
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- Spring drag show welcomes students back
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- On Friday University Program Council hosted a spring drag show in collaboration with the Athens Drag Collective.
Video by: Hunter Gillispie & Drew Hoffmaster
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- Santa lights up Court Street
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- On Friday Dec. 5 Court Street exploded with holiday spirit as they lit their Christmas tree.
Video by: Hunter Gillispie
Edited by: Ranjini Shank
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- Two Appalachian states bound by one epidemic take different paths forward
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- West Virginia and Ohio are bound by the same opioid crisis. However, the two states are taking different approaches to help with the crisis. The Post traveled to West Virginia to compare how two college towns and their surrounding counties are responding.
Video by: Cassie Dye and Camden Paeltz
Story by: Abby Waechter, Natalie Saddler, Maria Saunders and Hadley Lynch
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- The Taproot Collective
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Taproot Collective is a new flower shop on Stimson, with a goal to reduce the carbon footprint of fresh cut flowers, support local growers who propagate tropical plants and all while supporting earth's pollinators.
Video by: Lilly Marinski
Edited by: Lilly Marinski
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- Bakery 323 Feature
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Bakery 323, an award-winning bakery owned by OU alumni, is the perfect place to enjoy freshly baked treats.
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- Holiday Shoppe features the Athens Art Guild
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- On Saturday and Sunday, at the Community Center was the annual Holiday Shoppe. The Holiday Shoppe features members of the Athens Art Guild selling pieces, and a raffle to support local artists.
Video by: Hunter Gillispie & Hayley Mitchell
Edited by: Cassie Dye
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- Come Play at Recess encourages creativity
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- On Saturday at Coms 4050 class hosted the Come Play at Recess event at Jackio's Tap room in collaboration with Passionworks Studios and Jackio's.
Video by: Hayley Mitchell
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- Hocking Hills Garment center dedicates to helping community
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- The Hocking Hills Garment center is a small business that focuses on manufacturing clothes in local areas and providing jobs to the area.
Video by: Michael Dorwaldt
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- Voices on Court: Dad's Weekend Edition
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Reporter Lilly Marinski hit Court Street to see what dads were up to this weekend.
Video by: Lilly Marinski
Edited by: Lilly Marinski
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- Brick City Records HallOUweekend Showcase
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The annual Brick City Records showcase on Saturday Oct. 25 featured 4 newly signed artists, bringing out a crowd full of Halloween spirit.
Video by: Hunter Gillispie
Edited by: Ranjini Shank
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- Survivor advocacy outreach program
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The survivor advocacy outreach hosted a fundraiser at the Ciderhouse to support survivors of domestic violence.
Video by: Hayley Mitchell
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- Voices on Court: HallOUween edition
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- This past weekend was Halloween weekend with the traditional block party on Saturday. The Post discussed costumes, favorite things and candy corn with those participating in the festivities.
Video by: Hunter Gillispie & Hayley Mitchell
Edited by: Cassie Dye
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- Star Chamber Arcade Opens on Court Street
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- A locally owned arcade officially opened its doors on Oct. 16th with a ribbon cutting. The arcade features many old and new games that students can enjoy while they destress.
Video by: Lilly Marinski
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- Voices on Court: Homecoming edition
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The Post took to the street this Homecoming weekend to talk to alumni and students, the night before the parade.
Video by: Hunter Gillispie
Edited by: Michael Dorwaldt
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- Post TV: Season 6 Episode 2
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- This week's episode of Post TV features a story on the club rugby teams, a Homecoming Voices on Court and many more!
Video by: Post TV Staff
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- Little Fish Brewing hosts Oktoberfish event
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- 5 months ago
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- On Saturday, Little Fish Brewing hosted its Oktoberfish event. This event was a festival of German and European foods, music and games.
Video by: Lilly Marinski & Michael Dorwaldt
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- Rocky Horror 22nd Anniversary at OU
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The Lost Flamingo Company put on their annual Rocky Horror production starting on October 8th going through the 11th.
Video by: Ranjini Shank & Hayley Mitchell
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- SJP Protest and OU Professor Abducted by Israeli Military
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- On October 4th SJP held a rally and march in support of Palestine. At the same time an OU Professor was abducted by the Israeli military on one of the Freedom Flotillas on route to Gaza.
Video by: Ranjini Shank
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- Flannels and FirePits
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The Flannels and FirePits festival has returned to OU once again. The festival included activities such as pumpkin painting, live music, fall themed beverages, and more.
Video by: Hunter Gillispie & Michael Dorwaldt
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- Women's rugby team
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The women's rugby club's fall season ends, and the team prepares to say goodbye to its seniors.
Video by: Camden Paeltz
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- Mens rugby team feature
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Ohio University has many club sports on campus. The Post caught up with the club rugby team to discuss their season.
Video by: Camden Paeltz
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- Rocky Horror Preview
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- 5 months ago
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- It's the 22nd anniversary of Rocky Horror here at OU and the cast of this years performance is making sure this is a night to remember.
Video by: Ranjini Shank & Michael Dorwaldt
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- Athens Stand Down
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Athens Stand Down is an event to provide those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with the resources they need. This event is volunteer-based and depends on donations to combat homelessness.
Video by: Lilly Marinski
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- Brake for Breakfast in Athens
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Break for Breakfast is a public health event that offers students and community members free cancer screenings along with a grab-and-go breakfast.
Video by: Lilly Marinski
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- Sister Cindy returns to Athens
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Famous TikToker and Sister Cindy returned to Athens this Wednesday to spread her "HONOMO" message to the students.
Video by: Cassie Dye & Hunter Gillispie
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- How smart are Oakchella goers?
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- Bricklife entertainment hosted their very first Oakchella on Saturday. The post tested their knowledge on some common questions.
Video by: Lilly Marinski & Camden Paeltz
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- Rage room opens in Athens
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- Breaker Space is a new rage room in Athens owned and operated by Upcyle. Using chipped or damaged items donated by the community to Upcyle, this is the perfect place to get out your anger!
Video by: Hayley Mitchell & Hunter Gillispie
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- Post TV: Season 6 episode 1
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- Welcome back, Bobcats! Post TV is back and better than ever. In this episode, we cover some of the most recent events and local businesses.
Video by: Post TV Staff
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- Annual Skate jam
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- This year, it was the fifth annual Skate Jam. The jam includes music, vendors and of course, skating.
Video by: Michael Dorwaldt & Ranjini Shank
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- We won't rest fest
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- On Friday, Equitas health held their thrid We won't rest fest. This event was held in solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ and Athens community. It included a community closet, free and legal name changes and many more.
Video by: Lilly Marinski & Michael Dorwaldt
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- UAOU College Green rally
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- On Wednesday, the United Academics of Ohio University held a rally on College Green. The goal of this rally was to update students and faculty on the status of the bargaining process with the university.
Video by: Hayley Mitchell & Lilly Marinski
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- Shop CGI new location
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- Shop CGI is a vintage thrift store, previously located on E. State Street now has a new home on West Union Street.
Video by: Lilly Marinski
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- Tailgating at OU vs WVU
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- On Saturday, the Bobcats hosted their first home game of the season against the West Virginia University Mountaineers. The Post went to the tailgates to see what students were thinking about the game.
Video by: Cassie Dye, Camden Paeltz, Lauren Rectanus and Hunter Gillespe
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- Village Bakery feature
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- Village bakery is a coffee and bakery on E. State street. The all vegetarian shop provides students and locals with a space to study, do work and more.
Video by: Michael Dorwaldt
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- Welcome week wrap up
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Last week, Ohio University welcomed new students and returning students to campus. The week included many events for all Ohio students, and The Post was there to see how the students were feeling.
Video by: Cassie Dye
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- Welcome week fun with UPC
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- University Programming Council is a student organization that brings in performers and hosts fun events for students throughout the school year. This welcome week, they hosted the comedy group Lewberger and had their annual drag show.
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- UAOU hosts Cheer in before bargaining meetings
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- On August 27, faculty and students gathered on the fourth floor of Baker Center to show support for the United Academics of Ohio University negotiating team.
Video by: Cassie Dye
Story by: Mary Kate McNamee
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- Man on the street: Move in edition
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- 7 months ago
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- Thursday August 21 was the first day of move in at the Ohio University residence halls. So Abby Waechter took the street interviewing first years, Bobcat move in crew and parents about their experiences.
Video by: Abby Waechter and Cassie Dye
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