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Preventions for the Flu That Killed 5 in Georgia
Health
January 16, 2018
Preventions for the Flu That Killed 5 in Georgia
Five people died this flu season according to a Georgia Department of Public Health report. The virus is now widespread in Georgia. The Center for Disease Control lists several ways to prevent getting the flu. The CDC’s site says what to look for when you’re wondering if you have the flu.…
New Trend Among UGA Students Matching Selfies with Famous Art
In-Depth
January 16, 2018
New Trend Among UGA Students Matching Selfies with Famous Art
Google’s Arts and Culture app matches your face to a piece of famous artwork. This started a new trend among UGA’s students. Social media is filled with people trying out the new feature. Our newsroom had a little fun of its own with the app. The app’s description on iTunes…
No Children Harmed After School Bus Begins Smoking
Jackson County
January 16, 2018
No Children Harmed After School Bus Begins Smoking
No children were hurt this morning when a West Jackson Elementary School bus began smoking. That was according to a Jackson County School spokesperson. The fire department arrived and said it was most likely an electrical issue. Karen Bridgeman the Communications Director for Jackson County Schools says the bus began smoking as…
Cultural Appropriation Concerns Mount in Fashion Industry
Diversity
December 8, 2017
Cultural Appropriation Concerns Mount in Fashion Industry
By Kalah Mingo Kalah Mingo explores the issue of cultural appropriation in the fashion industry and features comments from the Terry College’s Dawn Bennett-Alexander.
Toxic Beauty Standards: One Woman’s Experience with Products, Perspectives
Diversity
December 6, 2017
Toxic Beauty Standards: One Woman’s Experience with Products, Perspectives
By Kalah Mingo This audio story reports on how women of color are exposed to harsher chemicals from beauty products than white women.
Local Artist Creates Handmade, Sustainable Wood Products
Environment
December 6, 2017
Local Artist Creates Handmade, Sustainable Wood Products
By Emily Haney A video interview with a local artisan who makes furniture by repurposing wood.
An Interview on History: Professor Recalls Life of Thomas R. Cobb
Diversity
December 5, 2017
An Interview on History: Professor Recalls Life of Thomas R. Cobb
By Maureen Sheeren Sheeren interviews Peter Hoffer, history professor, on the influential, yet controversial life, of Thomas R. Cobb. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=6&v=A4UJ7f7llWc
UGA Celebrates Hindu Diwali
In-Depth
December 5, 2017
UGA Celebrates Hindu Diwali
By Kaleigh Galvin The Indian Cultural Exchange at UGA celebrated this major Hindu holiday with food, worship and performances.
Have Recent Campus Protests Stunted Free Speech on College Campuses?
Education
December 5, 2017
Have Recent Campus Protests Stunted Free Speech on College Campuses?
By Josie Wall https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgWw9Gg9dIw Traditionally, college campuses have served as long standing forums for free speech, but recent events have left campuses feeling the strain of speech code limitations. Political protests have sparked large assemblies on school grounds, some turning violent. Incidents at the University of California at Berkeley,…
Independent Record Labels on the Rise
Athens-Clarke County
December 5, 2017
Independent Record Labels on the Rise
By Devon Tucker Athens, Georgia is a town known for various alternative rock bands, but many of these groups would not be known without the hustle and bustle of numerous independent record labels. Independent record labels are on the rise in the global market and generated $6 billion in…