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The newest member of the Oconee county government also is one of its most hard working. Wayne Hanie, the Utility Director for the County, is back working in a place his family once called home.  

Barrow County deputy arrested for two counts of sexual assault is out on bond. Deputy William Stephenson Mitchell was recently released on a $6,250.00 bond last night at 6:19 PM. Superior Court Clerk said Mitchell was kept in Gwinnett County for safety reason. Georgia Bureau of Investigation sent out this press release:…

The recent terrorists attacks in Paris and Brussels have prompted local officials to take action. Oconee County Sheriff is partnering with Athens Regional Medical Center to put trauma kits in every officer’s patrol car. Sheriff Scott Berry and Joyce Ebert Reifsteck, an Oconee County resident, developed a fund raising initiative to help buy the kits. Oconee…

Students at The University of Georgia will take the pledge to become an active bystander by pinning a ribbon to their chest this Tuesday in support of sexual assault awareness month. College students are one of the most vulnerable age groups when it comes to sexual assault.  According to…

Athens, GA — The Inclusive Health Council, a group sponsored by (University of Georgia LGBTQ Faculty/Staff Organization) GLOBES, is working to create a safe provider guide. The guide would include a list of businesses and professionals, mostly in the health care industry, that are welcoming of LGBTQ customers. “If you want…

ATHENS — Athens-Clarke County Police Department have been wearing body cameras for more than two years now. Chief Deputy of Police Justin Gregory said complaints have decreased against officers since the cameras have been in use. “The video technology is great,” Chief Gregory said. “Many times, when a complaint is filed,…

A Google search of three black teenagers versus three black teenagers caused outrage, which led to the hashtag #threeblackteenagers across social media platforms. While mugshots are the first images to appear for black teenagers, the photos for white teenagers shows a different story.

While today may be sunny with clear skies, cold and rainy days may be ahead.

Here’s what is happening around Northeast Georgia today. Follow Grady Newsource reporters for these stories online and on TV today. \t Entertainment An Athens favorite celebrates its anniversary today. Ciné is celebrating nine years in Athens and will be celebrating all month long. The film house will be hosting a series of praised international films throughout April.…

Ciné, the local art house theater in downtown Athens, is celebrating its ninth anniversary. \nThere will be movie showings throughout the entire month of April. The showings will include a variety of acclaimed movies from all around the world.