Featured People
Brewery + Bliss
When Arthur Oestrike founded Jackie O’s Pub and Brewery in 2007 with his friend, he was committed to making it a community effort. The Brewery prides itself on creating neo-traditional handcrafted artisan ales.… Read More
Business + Customization
Located on East State Street, Class A Sounds is owned and opperated by Aaron Thomas, a graduate of Ohio University. While Class A Sounds provides car detailing, window tinting home theater and car stereo installation, Aaron spends most of his weekends as a DJ around Athens.
See more about Aaron and Class A Sounds by watching the video to your right.… Read More
Caffeine + Conscience
Donkey Coffee & Espresso Owner Christopher Pyle and Manager Jake Householder see the shop and Athens County, Ohio as the embodiment of community. Founded nearly eight years ago as an idyllic cross between Chris love of music and his desire for a community coffee house.… Read More
Widgets + Wisdom
Sunpower founder William Beale laughs easily. He has the good-natured confidence that comes from nurturing a dream… Read More
Vision + Vibe
3 Elliott Studio has become one of the most popular recording studios in southern Ohio since its opening in the fall of 2000… Read More
Invent + Implement
Global Cooling founders David Berchowitz and Dale Kiikka are a powerhouse team, the Idea Man & Mr. Hands… Read More
Music + Family
Kay Tousley and Melissa Pence are at the helm of Athens’ best-kept secret, an unassailably cool company… Read More
Art + Business
Local artist Jennifer L’Heureux realized her dream of becoming a working potter… Read More
Flavor + Community
When Jonathan Leal started Milo’s Whole World Gourmet, it was a natural extension of his love for food and his entrepreneurial spirit… Read More
Forest + Folk
Tim Peacock’s foray into the music business emerged somewhat unexpectedly, yet with a natural, rhythmic ease… Read More
Nature + Principles
Tom Lovdal doesn’t just build houses; he colludes with nature to create peaceful living spaces… Read More
Profit + Sustainability
Third Sun Solar and Wind Power owners Geoff & Michelle Greenfield mix profit with sustainable principles… Read More
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