ALWAYS ATHENS

Talcon Quinn and Jaime Whitlock join the show to talk about the upcoming Living Traditions event in Pomeroy Ohio May 30th from 12:30pm-7:30pm. The event kicks off at the Meigs Farmer's Market with a River Giants Puppets Parade and is followed by a multitude of educational presentations from Alice Profitt, Choya Mansfield, The Forest Run Quilters, Laurel Valley Farm, Keely Lechler and Don Maccrosti...

Strong Towns is a national nonprofit with the mission of "advocating for cities of all sizes to be safe, livable and inviting." Stephanie Hunter joins the show to share more about the impacts Strong Towns Athens is creating in our community with approachable and educational events. Join the Strong Towns Athens Town Hall June 10th at 6:30pm at the Athens Community Center to talk about the Flock Cam...

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a national organization that advocates, educates, and supports individuals with mental illness and their families. Wren, from NAMI Athens joins the show to talk about how they promote and create community events to support those struggling with mental illness and their families. To learn more about Wellness Wednesdays and other local events visit namia...

Ashley Wines, Owner of Middle Path Yoga, Teacher, Mentor, Creative Director, Speaker, YACEP, E50ORYT, Creator, joins the show to talk yoga, meditation, and entrepreneurship. | Instagram @middlepathyoga @ashleywines_ | Middle Path Yoga Studio on Facebook | ashleywinesyoga.com | middlepathyogastudio.com

Owner of Athens Craniosacral, Shay Bellasea is a certified Craniosacral Therapist, licensed Massage Therapist — and also a sister to five, a wife, and a mom of three. Shay is here to help you through challenging life changes and to support you in times of severe stress, inner healing and growth. To book an appointment visit athenscraniosacral.com "I find Craniosacral Therapy to be truly magical: l...

Dr. Luke Pittaway Author & Ohio University Professor of Entrepreneurship joins the show to talk about his historical novel Yamacraw Bluff. Yamacraw Bluff tells the story of the founding of Savannah, Georgia, through the eyes of a fictional debtor, Tom Ellis, who becomes entangled with the real-life founder, James Oglethorpe. The first of a trilogy series, followed by Jenkins Ear, you can find both...

Michelle Stobart, Co-Owner of Adventure Ohio joins the show to share about their Ohio River rental and excursion company. Adventure Ohio is a family-owned business created by siblings Michelle and Eddie Stobart. Having spent their lives on this river and property, they launched this Ohio River rental and excursion company to share their passion for water and nature by offering fun and educational...

Shaylee Tucker, Owner of Big Run Kava Bar joins the show to talk about launching Athens' first Kava Bar, relocating to the area, and the support from the community this far. Check out Open Mic night on Tuesdays or Trivia Night on Wednesdays. Follow @bigrunkavabar to stay up to date on their pop up markets, live music, and endless community events.

Morgan DeLay Director of Area 14 (Athens ,Meigs, and Perry Counties) joins the show to talk about their upcoming Job Fair Wednesday April 29th at the Athens Rec Center. To learn more about attending as a job seeker or employer, reach out to Morgan at mdelay@athensoh.org or call at 740-566-4395

Dr. Andrea Townsend, Superintendent of Tri-County Career Center joins the show to talk about their upcoming Employment Extravaganza on Tuesday March 17th. Over 50 employers will visit the school to recruit TCCC students. To learn more about available positions with TCCC, email atownsend@tricounty.cc or info@tricounty.cc

Joslyn Richards, Author of High Heels on Hardwood Floors joins the show to share more about the book and her life experiences. Find her book on Amazon by searching "High Heels on Hardwood Floors". To stay connected with Joslyn and her story, follow her on all social platforms by searching Joslyn Richards.

Kim Kline is the Marketing Coordinator at Tri-County. Kim joins the show to share a multitude of success stories and ways TCCC is supporting their students for success. Including their upcoming Employment Extravaganza on March 17th. TCCC is bring over 60 employers to the school to network with students looking for internship and career opportunities. To learn more about TCCC follow their socials o...

Prince Amoa-Mensa is a Photographer, Artist and Ghana native in Athens completing his second master's degree at Ohio University. Follow his career and work on Instagram @princeamphoto and online at amoamensa.com

Kevin McNamara, Owner of Hot Box Chicken Fingers & Tots joins the show to talk about launching his business in Athens and how Hot Box is contributing to the community. Dine in and Carryout at 74 N Court Street in Uptown Athens. To stay updated on weekly deals, join the Text Club by texting TOTS to 888-570-2411. | hotboxathens.com |Facebook - Hot Box Chicken Fingers & Tots | Instagram @hotboxathens...

Melissa Bailes-Jewell is the AGM and Director of Sales of Fairfield Inn & Suite under SJB Management in Athens. Melissa joins the show to talk about her time in Athens and all of the ways she's involved in giving back to the community. Connect with Melissa on Facebook to stay up to date on how to participate and spread awareness!

Ahmed Hamed joins the show to spread awareness of his fundraising efforts to purchase new camera equipment to continue his freelance photography career. To help Ahmeds business, donate at https://gofund.me/1b7d68321 

Brad Lechler, Husband to the Owner of Heartbeet Homestead LLC, joins the show to talk about the company, advocating for and educating the community and his experience as an Ohio Hemp Farmer. To learn more about their hemp and growing products visit heartbeethomestead.com and follow them on Instagram @heartbeethomesteadllc

Fischer Wallace joins the show to talk about her career in the photography world. Outside of corporate, wedding, and portrait freelancing, she contributes to both the Athens Photo Project and Recovery Reframed. To learn more about booking with Fischer, visit swaephotography.com and follow @_swae_ on Instagram. To donate or learn more about the Athens Photo Project visit athensphotoproject.org and...

Reb Korenowsky Woods, Outreach Manager at CFI, Community Food Initiatives talking all things CFI. Join the celebration at The CFI Local Food, Local Folks Fall Fundraiser Sunday, October 19th, 4-8pm at Jackie O's Taproom 25 Campbell Street Athens Ohio! Kids activities, local food trucks, mini farmers market, silent action and more! Donate, register to volunteer, and learn more at communityfoodiniti...

Kristyn Robinson joins the show to talk all things Cannabis Museum. Visit the Museum Wednesday - Saturday from 12pm - 5pm at 16050 Canaanville Road Athens, OH 45701. Learn more and donate to the Museum at cannabismuseum.com | Follow them on Instagram @cannabisnmuseum | Find them on Facebook - The Cannabis Museum

Krista Brewer owns Happy Snacking Athens. Krista joins the show with her wife, Jules Brewer to talk about Happy Snacking Athens, working at Little Fish, Athens, and more. Order at happy-snacking-athens.squarespace.com For mouth watering snapshots check out their instagram @happysnackingathens

Michelle Stobart, L. Ac. owns Inhale Wellness Studio in Athens Ohio and is a Co-Owner of Lets Adventure Ohio in Racine Ohio. inhaleyoga.org | Instagram @inhalewellnessstudio | Facebook - Inhale Wellness Sudio | michelle@inhaleyago.org | 740-350-5654 letsadventureohio.com | Instagram @letsadventureohio | Facebook - Adventure Ohio | letsadventureohio@gmail.com | 740-764-3466

Zach Rice, Owner of Rice Family Brewing joins the show to talk about his small craft beer business. Rice Family Brewing is a veteran owned and operated nano brewery based in Albany Ohio. Follow them on instagram @ricefamilybrewing | Find them at Dougs Carryout, Dutch Creek Winery, Pizza Stop Thru, Eclipse, Side Bar and more!

Keely Shaye is an Athens Native and Owner of Flour & Thyme Micro Bakery. Pre-order for the Saturday market at flour-and-thyme.com follow them on Instagram @flour.and.thyme | Facebook - Flour & Thyme

Brian Koscho is the owner of Invisible Ground. Download their app, Invisible Ground, Follow them on Instagram @invisibleground, YouTube @findinvisibleground, Facebook - Invisible Ground. findinvisibleground.com Invisible Ground is an Athens County-based multimedia project utilizing audio, augmented reality, visual elements, and place-based storytelling to engage people in the history of their comm...