Especially in the summer, but, really, any time of year, our corner of Appalachia puts on a light show at dusk every night. The sunsets are serene, colorful and vibrant at the same time.

Worried that fall semester classes are just around the corners and you’re not exactly set up for success yet? Don’t be! It just takes a little bit of prepping, planning and shopping to make sure you start the school year off on the right foot.

Held at Lake Snowden just North of Athens each September (well, almost – COVID messed everything up for a minute), Pawpaw Fest is an absolute staple of local culture in our area.

We’re all about that #shoplocal life, and August is the perfect month to highlight another hashtag we’re all about: #buyblack.

We all love a student rental with air conditioning – things get hot and humid in the summers. But it’s not like you can replace windows, upgrade your thermostat, or otherwise alter the house – you’re renting it after all.

While the term “self-care” is definitely a buzz word, there’s a lot more than buzz behind it.

Yet another uniquely-Athens experience, at the end of each summer, Court Street is closed to vehicle traffic and the longest table you’ve ever seen is set up right down the middle of it, where people are served a gourmet meal in the center of uptown, European-style.

When you’re on the hunt for a new apartment for the upcoming academic year, it’s pretty typical to count heads and search for the equivalent number of bedrooms. Squad’s made up of 4 people? Pick a 4 bedroom. 5 people? A five bedroom house. 3 bedrooms? – Okay; I think we all get it. 

Since Nelsonville Music Festival is, you know, pretty much a staple of local musical culture, it’s not exactly the smartest idea to come at it sideways. But for some unknown reason, Hocking College decided to do that in 2021, creating an ongoing and, honestly, ridiculous controversy.

It’s back! Ohio Brew Week – 9 days of appreciating the best brews of local craft distilleries. Whether you’re looking to enjoy the different lagers, stouts, sours, ales, or – let’s be honest – mostly IPAs, you’ll find it.