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Georgia Swimming, Diving Teams Defeat Georgia Tech
UGA Sports
November 5, 2015
Georgia Swimming, Diving Teams Defeat Georgia Tech
The Georgia Swimming and Diving teams both remain undefeated this season, taking home comfortable victories against Georgia Tech on Wednesday at Gabrielsen Natatorium. The No. 3 Bulldogs beat the Jackets 180-115 and the No. 3 Lady Bulldogs posted a dominant 184-108 win against the Jackets. This brings both the men and women teams…
Stories to Watch: Nov. 5
Athens-Clarke County
November 5, 2015
Stories to Watch: Nov. 5
\t Athens-Clarke commissioners disagree over whether an update to the Utilities Plan should have been passed after a 90 page document about the plan was not released to the public. Reporter Rayleigh Rozier talked to Commissioner Nesmith who is leading the change on government transparency. \t One University of Georgia student started…
Community Christmas Lends a Helping Hand in Oglethorpe County
Northeast Georgia News
November 4, 2015
Community Christmas Lends a Helping Hand in Oglethorpe County
By Zack Sims For most families, Christmas is a time filled with family, food and presents– lots of presents. However, some families don’t get to experience Christmas that way. That’s the case for Lisa Howard and her four children. Howard underwent surgery on her leg and has been out of…
Greenlight A Vet Campaign Spotlights Returning Veterans
Northeast Georgia News
November 4, 2015
Greenlight A Vet Campaign Spotlights Returning Veterans
By Richard Banton The Greenlight A Vet campaign is asking everyone to change one light bulb green on November 11 for Veterans Day. In cooperation with several veterans groups, the Walmart campaign encourages people to to green light these bulbs in visible locations such as on a porch or in…
Gang Activity Information Sent to Parents
Jackson County
November 4, 2015
Gang Activity Information Sent to Parents
By Kalyn Wilson & Richard Banton Gangs. They’re the one club no parent wants to see their kid join. That’s why the Jackson County Sheriff Department sent out a pamphlet from the National Gang Center in order to inform parents on gang involvement. The infographic below breaks down why youths…
Young Democrats, College Republicans to Discuss Politics in Great Debate
UGA
November 4, 2015
Young Democrats, College Republicans to Discuss Politics in Great Debate
By Danielle Herman Collegiate representatives from two national parties will go head to head Wednesday night on the University of Georgia’s campus. Moderated by the Georgia Debate Union, student leaders from the College Republicans and Young Democrats will debate many of the current political issues on the national and state level. Audience…
Electric Car Owners to Pay for Chargers
Athens-Clarke County
November 4, 2015
Electric Car Owners to Pay for Chargers
By Abby Jessen If you need a charge to keep your electric vehicle running, you now have to pay for it in Athens-Clarke County. On Monday Nov. 3, the Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Board of Commissioners enacted a fee for electric car chargers. Watch this video to see the impact…
Weather: Nov. 4 Minor Flood Warning
Archives
November 4, 2015
Weather: Nov. 4 Minor Flood Warning
By Jordynn Abernathy A minor flood warning went into effect Wednesday for the Oconee River near Penfield, reaching Clarke County, Oconee County, and Greene County. According to the National Weather Service, there will be light drizzles and no heavy rain showers are expected throughout the week. The river is currently cresting…
Stress Awareness Day
Health
November 4, 2015
Stress Awareness Day
By Savannah Brock Stress is a six letter word that many know far too well. Nov. 4 is national Stress Awareness Day. Stress is a health condition that can have both positive and negative effects on people. According to the American Psychological Association there are five tips for people to help manage…
West Jackson Middle School Named No. 1 at FFA Convention
Northeast Georgia News
November 4, 2015
West Jackson Middle School Named No. 1 at FFA Convention
By Sammy O’Brien The future of farming in America looks bright after West Jackson Middle School took home the National Outstanding Middle School Award. WJMS is the winner of this year’s award presented by the Future Farmers of America Organization in Louisville, Ky. All fifty-two states sent representatives for the convention. Chapter…