By Emily Squance, Blogger Tucked away behind various trees on Shafer Street, there sits a colorful building with an eye-catching pink and blue sign. Upon first glance Beads and Things may just look like an ordinary bead shop. However, inside you will be immersed in a world of color and creativity. Founded in May of 1990, Beads and Things started out as a dream yet to come to life. Ohio University grad, Joe Merkle, opened the store on 400 dollars cash and few supplies on han

Photos by: Elliott Magenheim, Chloe Challacombe, Mikaela Woods & Evie Sears A collaborative week of events with FACES, a modeling organization at Ohio University, for the first Athens Fashion Week Events included a Makeup Masterclass and a Walking and Posing class. Additionally, we held a Styling Workshop with Ohio University Megan Carter, who works as a professional stylist, designer and creative director in the fashion industry. #ohiouniversity #At

Photos by Ashlynn McKee, Photo Assistant By Zoie Lambert, Blogger Ten minutes outside of Ohio University is a weathered parking lot with several potholes and a Hometown Inn. Known for its air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and floral bedsheets dating back to 1970, the place can be described as unassuming. For an aspiring barber, however, it was a fresh start. Sealonda Smith, first name pronounced Shuh-lawn-duh better known by her nickname “Smitty” given to her while playing bas

Image from Google By Mya Wilson, Blogger Before we talk about how amazing the Athens Farmers Market is, I want to talk about how it has been rated the number one farmers market in Ohio. The reasons why could be due to their “membership of dedicated food producers who get together to bring you the finest and freshest, most nutrient dense food available in Athens County,” per their website and because they also have beautiful one of a kind art from the Athens Art Guild. Or c

Photo By Emily Squance By Emily Squance, Art Director The Vietnam War was a devastating war for many; the events that took place will forever impact our society as we know it. However, with the 43 years that have passed since the war, many generations are growing up with little to no knowledge of its imprint. On Veterans Day in 1996, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund introduced a replica of the memorial in Washington, D.C. This was “The Wall That Heals,” and since the intr

Illustration by Ashleigh Bublinec By Madison Kopp, Blogger If you and your friends are bored this summer in Athens, here is a list of places you may have never been to before! Kennedy Museum of Art This museum is located in Lin Hall, which was once the administrative building for the Athens Lunatic Asylum, now known as The Ridges. The Kennedy Museum of Art is the only part of The Ridges that is open to the public. The museum showcases exhibits such as jewelry, weavings and

By Grace Dearing, Web Editor Strouds Run State Park View this post on Instagram A post shared by Visit Athens Ohio (@athensohio) College Green View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ohio University (@ohio.university) Hock Hocking Adena Bikeway View this post on Instagram A post shared by OHIO BSO (@ohiobso) Emeriti Park View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ohio University (@o

By Emily Squance, Blogger In honor of National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day on March 29, there are many ways to support the family-owned small businesses in your community. If you’re in Athens, Ohio, there may be a lot more small businesses in your area than you may think! Here are 6 small businesses you should check out in Ohio University’s college town. Jackie O’s Pub & Brewery Located at 22 West Union Street, Jackie O’s is the place to go if you’re new to Athens. The

By Grace Dearing, Web Editor As Ohio University students prepare for the start of classes on Monday, and the days of summer slowly come...