Once you get far enough into southeastern Ohio, it’s hard to ignore that you’re getting into Appalachia with the verdant, lush forests and fields and the rolling foothills that surround the region. The history is seeped into the land, and the influences are many, even when you’re living in a larger area like Athens, …

In the last decade or so, Earth Day has become a more prominent holiday, garnering more attention and more celebration due to an increased focus on sustainability and various environmental concerns. You’d be hard-pressed to find a city in the United States that didn’t take part in Earth Day in some way. Columbus is …

So, you’ve secured your college apartment, either at Ohio State or Ohio University, and you’re ready to start this new phase of life. What better way to make your new space feel like home than by adding some houseplants? Not only do they purify the air, but they can also add a touch of …

It’s everyone’s dream when searching for rental houses around Athens to land one with a yard—while Athens is considerably green and surrounded by nature, finding that coveted rental home in Athens that has a yard can face you with some stiff competition from other students and renters hoping to do the same.  But, once …

Running and sprinting about on an early spring morning in southeast Ohio is one of the best ways to start off your weekend, especially when it’s all for a good cause. OhioHealth’s Race for a Reason is coming back to the Athens area for its 11th year, and there are tons of ways to …

Looking for activities to do around Columbus when you’re not in class? Be sure to check out Franklin Park Conservatory for a chance to experience some beautifully-displayed tropical plants. This giant glass building has been pumping the heat and humidity and wowing visitors since 1993—plus, it’s only a quick drive from Ohio State’s campus.  …

Bursting with colorful displays from cultures all over the world, the Global Arts Festival returns to Ohio University for its fourth year during the week of April 1st-6th, 2024. For those not in the know, the Global Arts Festival promises on a myriad of global, visual, and performing arts that showcase a diversity of …

If you’re a fan of time-honored, folk-rock music, or even just a fan of a good old fashioned classical reimagining of songs, this show could be for you. The Indigo Girls are performing with the OHIO Symphony Orchestra on March 21st at 7:30pm at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium on campus, and it’s sure …

Going to school at Ohio University and living in Athens means you’re living in one of Ohio’s most prominent Appalachian regions, and the rich history associated with the area doesn’t go unnoticed. On February 8th, 2024, the Athena Cinema will be hosting its event, From the Hills and Hollers: King Coal with Elaine McMillion …

Who doesn’t love strolling through a farmers market on a Saturday morning, sipping some coffee or tea from one of the stalls, and perusing fresh, locally-grown produce? Well, some people surely, but not in Athens. The Athens Farmers Market was ranked the number one best farmers market in Ohio, tenth in the Midwest, and …