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Local Agencies Affected by Shutdown
Athens-Clarke County
October 1, 2013
Local Agencies Affected by Shutdown
There was panic across the U.S. this morning as people woke up to find that the government was officially shutdown, leaving many federal employees temporarily jobless. For now there isn’t a clear end in sight to the government shutdown, and there are still questions about how this is directly affecting Northeast…
Guns in Gainesville Schools Update
Northeast Georgia News
October 1, 2013
Guns in Gainesville Schools Update
A decision to keep a Colt 6920 M4 Carbine rifle inside three Gainesville public schools may be reached as soon as October 4th. In less than a week, parents will know if there will be a high powered weapon in their children’s schools. The Gainesville School board will vote on whether to…
Attention Local Actors and Filmmakers!
Athens-Clarke County
October 1, 2013
Attention Local Actors and Filmmakers!
Reporter: Kendall Lane Starland Studios plans on doing a casting call within the next week or two to promote the studio, so those interested in acting can start his or her career sooner than later. Accept the invitation, and the first thing to dazzle you is a huge chandelier. As…
Government Shutdown Information
Athens-Clarke County
October 1, 2013
Government Shutdown Information
WEB POLL OF THE DAY Has the government shutdown affected you? Vote here and leave a comment: http://poll.pollcode.com/44544 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO CONTACT YOUR STATE REPRESENTATIVES: Georgia Senator: Johnny Isakson Contact him here: http://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/email-me Call: 202-224-3643 Twitter: @JohnnyIsakson Georgia Senator: Saxby Chambliss…
Guns in Gainesville Schools
Northeast Georgia News
October 1, 2013
Guns in Gainesville Schools
Gainesville law enforcement addresses concerns students and parents may have regarding a proposal that will place assault weapons in three of the city’s schools.
Government Shutdown Could Put “Non-essential” Employees’ Jobs on Hold
In-Depth
September 30, 2013
Government Shutdown Could Put “Non-essential” Employees’ Jobs on Hold
No gun permits, no walks in the park, and no federal loans. These “non-essential services” may be suspended at midnight tonight if Congress doesn’t reach an agreement. State parks will be open, but they may be your only option. National Parks and the people who work there are also…
New Schools Give Students a Second Chance
Northeast Georgia News
September 30, 2013
New Schools Give Students a Second Chance
Mountain Education Charter Schools offer classes Monday-Thursday from 4:30-9:30. These classes give students the opportunity to earn their high school degree.
Nuςi’s Space 13th Anniversary
Athens-Clarke County
September 30, 2013
Nuςi’s Space 13th Anniversary
It’s an anniversary celebration, and everybody’s invited! This parking lot’s empty now… but come Friday, it will be packed with partiers. Nuci’s Space is celebrating thirteen years of serving Athens. Youth Programs Coordinator Laura Ford said she’s looking forward to the future, “We’ve been here a while and we’re really excited…