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Students, faculty walkout to protest administration
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- Students, faculty walkout to protest administration
- Date posted
- 11 hours ago
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- On Thursday, the Ohio University Student Association hosted a walkout for students and faculty to protest the current administration. The protesters then walked to Walter Hall, where the Board of Trustees meeting was being held.
Video by: Michael Dorwaldt, Dawnelle Blake, and Cassie Dye
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- Athens comes alive with a Festival of Colors
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- A festival of colors was held in Athens, a celebration inspired by the Indian holiday Holi. The event is meant to bring people of diverse backgrounds together, highlighting play and connection.
Video by: Michael Dorwaldt & Ranjini Shank
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- The Post provides students with meaningful connections
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- The Post means a lot to the journalists who write for it and the community around it. By supporting The Post this Giving Day, you are supporting an organization that has been many people's favorite part of college.
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- Athens Parents United holds town hall
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- On Tuesday night, the Athens Parents United held a town hall to inform residents about school funding challenges. Parents United is a grassroots organization focused on advocating for fully funded public schools across Ohio.
Video by: Michael Dorwaldt
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- The Post helps students professionally and personally
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- Students involved in The Post talk more about what the organization has done for them, from friendships to internships. The Posts help students in multiple ways.
Video by: Cassie Dye and Michael Dorwaldt
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- Giving Day funds travel for Posties
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- Because of past Giving Day donations, The Post has been able to send multiple Posties on travel opportunities to attend conferences in big cities like New York and DC. Please consider giving this Giving Day to continue to help the development of our student journalists.
Video by: Michael Dorwaldt and Cassie Dye
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- Take Back the Night 2026 shows support for survivors
- Date posted
- 10 days ago
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- Take Back the Night is an event held on the first Thursday of April to kick off Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The event features university and local organizations to raise awareness on sexual assault.
Video by: Lilly Marinski
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- Students hold town hall to ask administrators address the ICE policy
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- On Tuesday, a town hall was held in Schoonover by the Ohio Student Association, bringing students and administrators together to discuss campus policy and concerns surrounding ICE.
Video by: Ranjini Shank & Michael Dorwaldt
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- Dean Scott Titsworth stepping down
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- On Friday march 27th a farewell address was held for Dean Scott Titsworth, after 15 years as dean he has decided to step down. He will return to Ohio University after a year as a faculty member.
Video by: Ranjini Shank & Michael Dorwaldt
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- Scripps Career Success Day
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- On Monday, the Scripps College of Communication hosted a career success day. This event featured Scripps alumni, including NBC4 anchor Matt Barnes, speaking to students about the preparation they need for their careers.
Video by: Michael Dorwaldt & Hunter Gillispie
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- 'No Kings' protest demands for change
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- On Saturday, in front of the Athens community center, locals and students gathered for a "No Kings" protest. The event drew a large crowd, and some counter-protesters, with a safety team there to make sure everyone was safe.
Video by: Camden Paeltz
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- Student Organizations bring Pride Week to OU
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Pride Week is in the drive with a social caption. The abstract for the video is: The Student Senate’s Pride Affairs Commission, the University Program Council, and the OU chapter of Gamma Rho Lambda teamed up to bring Ohio University students Pride Week from March 23rd-29th, offering students a wide variety of events to attend.
Video by: Drew Hoffmaster
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- Picklefest returns to Bagel Street for another year
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- The Bagel Street Deli Picklefest is a cherished Athens tradition. Students and locals packed into Bagel Street to watch friends and strangers eat as many pickles as they can in 10 minutes.
Video by: Cassie Dye & Ava Pazzanese
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- Myron Gaines "Toxic Masculinity" tour draws a crowd on College Green
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- On Thursday, Conservative podcaster Myron Gaines hosted a live debate on College Green. Students and Athens locals gathered to hear and debate with Gaines.
Video by: Cassie Dye & Michael Dorwaldt
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- Casa Nueva hosts bi-weekly karaoke nights
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- This year, during February and March, Athens small, local-owned restaurant Casa Nueva has hosted bi-weekly karaoke nights for the public. Casa's karaoke nights have quickly become a gem for music lovers, community members and Ohio University students alike.
Video by: Hayley Mitchell
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- Testing Mill fest 2026 attendees general knowledge
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- It is fest season in Athens, and this weekend, The Post hit the streets to ask Mill fest attendees some general-knowledge questions.
Video by: Lilly Marinski
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- Jackie O's celebrates its 20th anniversary with an Extraganza
- Date posted
- 26 days ago
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- Jackie O’s, a brewery that started as a neighborhood pub and turned into an internationally recognized craft brewery, had its 20th Anniversary Extravaganza Saturday, honoring 20 years of business.
Video by: Drew Hoffmaster
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- Playa Bowls opens in Athens
- Date posted
- 26 days ago
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- On Friday, Playa bowls had their grand opening in the Lostro building. With a line around the corner, The Post talked to some eager customers about the new smoothie show and the owner about the location.
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- Runway of Colors
- Date posted
- 29 days ago
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- The Global Arts Festival hosted a three-day mini-festival to celebrate world music and dance. The activities kicked off with a fashion show called Runways of Color, showcasing international fashion.
Video by: Hayley Mitchell
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- Passion Works bring Mardi Gras to Athens
- Date posted
- 1 month 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
- Date posted
- 1 month 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
- 2 months 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
- 2 months 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
- 2 months 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
- 2 months 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
- 3 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
- Date posted
- 3 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.
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- Snow day in Athens
- Date posted
- 3 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
- 3 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
- 3 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
- Date posted
- 3 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.
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- Spring drag show welcomes students back
- Date posted
- 3 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
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- Bakery 323 Feature
- Date posted
- 5 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
- 5 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
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- Come Play at Recess encourages creativity
- Date posted
- 5 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
- 5 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
- 6 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
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- Brick City Records HallOUweekend Showcase
- Date posted
- 6 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
- 6 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
- 6 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
- 6 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
- 6 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
- 6 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
- Date posted
- 6 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
- 6 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.
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- SJP Protest and OU Professor Abducted by Israeli Military
- Date posted
- 6 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.
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- Flannels and FirePits
- Date posted
- 6 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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