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1 Million Cups Offers Entrepreneurs Experience
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February 27, 2018
1 Million Cups Offers Entrepreneurs Experience
The phrase “a million cups of coffee” is based on the idea that entrepreneurs network to identify problems and solutions over mass quantities of coffee. 1 Million Cups is now in more than 160 communities across the country. Athens Area Chamber of Commerce hold meetings for the Athens branch. Young…
Tuesday Weather with Ashlyn Bennett
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February 27, 2018
Tuesday Weather with Ashlyn Bennett
Reporter Ashlyn Bennett warns of rain for the next two days in Northeast Georgia. The sunshine will return Friday, just in time for the weekend.
LGBT Adoption Bill Heads to Next Stage in Georgia
In-Depth
February 27, 2018
LGBT Adoption Bill Heads to Next Stage in Georgia
The Georgia State Senate passed SB-375. The bill, if passed, would allow adoption and foster care agencies to deny gay couples the right to adopt or foster in the state of Georgia. The bill, also called “Keep Faith in Adoption and Foster Care Act”, passed 35-19 on Friday. The bill,…
National Pancake Day Coming to Athens
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February 26, 2018
National Pancake Day Coming to Athens
National pancake day is on Feb. 27th and you can get a free short stack of pancakes at any IHOP location from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. We reached out to our Twitter community to find our followers’ favorite types of pancakes.
Last Chance for Girl Scout Cookies on Campus
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February 26, 2018
Last Chance for Girl Scout Cookies on Campus
The last few boxes of Girl Scout Cookies were selling fast at Tate Plaza. The Campus Scouts gave us insight on where you can buy cookies on campus, the last time, this year.
Newsource Twitter Followers Make Oscar Predictions
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February 26, 2018
Newsource Twitter Followers Make Oscar Predictions
As award season comes to an end this Sunday with the Oscars, moviegoers are making predictions on what films will take home one of the most recognized trophies in the world. Some of the top nominations include “Darkest Hour,” “Dunkirk,” “The Shape of Water” and “Get Out.” I reached out…
Athens Business Provides Dog Daycare
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February 22, 2018
Athens Business Provides Dog Daycare
Many young professionals and students want a pet, but are worried how they will have time to take care of them with their busy lives. A locally owned business in Athens makes this possible. Dawg House is a local Athens, Georgia business that reaches out to the community of pet-owners…
UGA Alumnus Patrick Davenport Runs for Athens Commission
Athens-Clarke County
February 22, 2018
UGA Alumnus Patrick Davenport Runs for Athens Commission
University of Georgia alumnus, Patrick Davenport, is running for office. Yesterday, Davenport announced his candidacy for District 1 County Commissioner in Athens-Clarke County. Davenport has specific plans for his campaign and plans to help the Athens community. He says he wants to help people within the community. He has been…
Local Districts Outline School Safety Protocols
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February 22, 2018
Local Districts Outline School Safety Protocols
UPDATE: Barrow County has a number of safety measures in place. The school system say it does not plan on updating any safety measures after the shooting because they trust in the ones already in place. President Trump tweeted this morning in support of arming trained teachers. Local school…
Air Conditioning Malfunction Causes Odor, Cancels UGA Class
Northeast Georgia News
February 22, 2018
Air Conditioning Malfunction Causes Odor, Cancels UGA Class
This morning, students and staff in Caldwell Hall were alerted of a strange smell in one of the classrooms. Students and staff said that there was a strong odor coming from the building, especially the fifth floor. At first, some students believed it was a gas leak. It was later…