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The holidays are right around the corner, and if you’re like most college students, you’ve likely holed yourself up in your off-campus rental apartment while you study for finals. That doesn’t leave a ton of time for shopping for thoughtful holiday gifts, but the Dairy Barn Arts Center has you covered. On December 12th …

Holiday break is on the horizon, and it couldn’t be more obvious. Bleary-eyed students are tired from dozens of hours spent studying. They drag themselves from their off-campus rental homes to their lectures. The slight chill in the air signals a shift in season. Most of Ohio University’s students have only one thing on …

Are you starting to think about your living situation for the next school year? Do you still have one more year of university-mandated dorm living before you get to look at student apartments that are off-campus? Ohio University is hosting an open house that showcases its second-year residence halls. Long gone are the days …

If you like rock music with blues and country vibes thrown in, you won’t want to miss Elle King when she rolls into town at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium in September. Here’s what you need to know before the auditorium is taken asunder by the snares of guitars, drums, and raw vocal talent. …

When you’re searching for student homes to rent, deciding whether you want to take up residence in an apartment near Ohio University or find a home to split the rent with a friend or two can be a tough choice. Both types of housing offer their fair share of benefits and drawbacks (depending on …

Your college experience in Athens is about to get a little more refreshing. If you’re a student looking for the best spots to hang out, relax and grab a drink, the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) is your new playground. What’s DORA? The DORA program, first established in Ohio in 2015, allows for the …

In recent years, Athens County has seen a boom in the number of breweries opening. There are now over a dozen breweries in the county, all within easy reach of each other. This makes Athens County a great place to be a beer lover, and it’s also a great place to be a biker. …

The Ohio State Fair is one of the most popular fairs in the United States, bringing in 10’s of millions of dollars into the state’s economy with hundreds of thousands attending each year. The festivities usually take place between late July and early August at the Ohio Expo Center and State Fairgrounds – 717 …

Summer break is the perfect time to take a break from classes and enjoy all that Columbus has to offer.  From outdoor activities and cultural attractions to food and nightlife, there’s something for everyone in Columbus. In this guide, we’ll cover the top things to do and see in Columbus during the summer break: …

A staple of the Athens summer is Boogie on the Bricks – an annual music festival held in the right on Court Street.  Established in 2004, the festival has since grown in popularity and is now considered one of the most highly anticipated events in the region. In this blog post, we will delve …