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Expert Speaks Out on Cedar Shoals Principal’s News Release
Athens-Clarke County
March 24, 2016
Expert Speaks Out on Cedar Shoals Principal’s News Release
Cedar Shoals Principle’s claims he has done nothing wrong in handling the Cedar Shoals rape case. Dr. Tony Price hired a law firm to put out a news release on his behalf. The release says that security of Cedar Shoals High School is ultimately the responsibility of the superintendent, not…
Parking Prices Could Change Downtown
Athens-Clarke County
March 24, 2016
Parking Prices Could Change Downtown
A new initiative could make parking in downtown Athens $1.00 an hour. This price would be the same for both street parking and parking decks. Currently, it costs $1.50 an hour to park in a deck, and 75 cents to park on a street downtown. Chuck Horton, Director of Athens Downtown…
#RealFood4Dawgs – Farmer’s Market Pushes ‘Real Food’ in Dining Halls
Food
March 24, 2016
#RealFood4Dawgs – Farmer’s Market Pushes ‘Real Food’ in Dining Halls
A “pop-up” farmer’s market is being held today from 12 – 3. The market is on Herty field at the University of Georgia. The group Real Food UGA is hosting the event to raise awareness and acknowledgment for the farmers who grow our food, and also to increase support for their…
Making History: UGA Women’s Equestrian Team hosts SEC championship
Athens-Clarke County
March 24, 2016
Making History: UGA Women’s Equestrian Team hosts SEC championship
For the first time in history, the UGA Women’s Equestrian Team will host the South Eastern Conference (SEC) championship here in Athens. UGA won the SEC championship last year at Texas A&M University. “It’ll be really fun to be here, at home, defending our turf and defending our title, and we’ve…
Sine Die: Last Day of Legislation For Georgia Lawmakers
In-Depth
March 24, 2016
Sine Die: Last Day of Legislation For Georgia Lawmakers
Today is the last day of legislation for the Georgia General Assembly, or “Sine Die.” Today’s session ends at midnight. Another session will not be held until next year. Conference committees, which have members from both houses of the legislature, must finalize a version of a bill to be voted on by…
$1 Million Donation Earns UGA Miracle Naming Rights
UGA
March 24, 2016
$1 Million Donation Earns UGA Miracle Naming Rights
A comprehensive rehabilitation gym has been named after University of Georgia Miracle. The Children”s Healthcare of Atlanta named the gym after UGA miracle donated more than 1 million dollars from their annual dance marathon event. Currently, UGA Miracle has nearly 6 million dollars to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. The student-run non-profit…
5 Stories to Expect Today
Athens-Clarke County
March 24, 2016
5 Stories to Expect Today
Here’s Thursday’s top 5 stories for northeast Georgia news: 1. Sine Die. Today is the last day of legislation in the Georgia General Assembly, and the last day to get bills passed. Reporter James Thompson takes us through this complex process, and what it could mean for certain bills. 2. Lawsuit and Sexism. An ex-deputy…
Ex-Deputy Files Lawsuit Against Oconee County, Sheriff
Northeast Georgia News
March 24, 2016
Ex-Deputy Files Lawsuit Against Oconee County, Sheriff
A former deputy is filing a lawsuit against Oconee County and the sheriff for discrimination. Ex-deputy Lisa Price claims sheriff Scott Berry and other superiors maintained a file criticizing her performance with “derogatory remarks and unfair criticism.” Price says Lt. Griffin Attaberry brought the file to her attention in summer 2014. Attaberry,…
Spring Has Sprung: Best Tips for Spring Cleaning
Northeast Georgia News
March 23, 2016
Spring Has Sprung: Best Tips for Spring Cleaning
Spring is here and for many that means that means it is time to clean house – literally! Check out these spring cleaning tips below. http://[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doVa6ofGrSc&w=560&h=315]
Big Week on Diamond for Athens Christian
Athens-Clarke County
March 23, 2016
Big Week on Diamond for Athens Christian
ATHENS, Ga.-Three games, four days, one team. Athens Christian’s baseball team looks to remain undefeated in region play during this week highlighted by back-to-back road games. After defeating Commerce on Tuesday night, the Eagles set their sights on their upcoming road trip, a tough stretch for a young team. Coach…