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Athens’ Commissioners to Address Controversial Topics
Athens-Clarke County
February 7, 2013
Athens’ Commissioners to Address Controversial Topics
Athens, Ga– Two controversial topics got a lot of discussion among the commissioners on Tuesday. One about the new economic Development plan. Reporter Hannah Patrick says the other has to do with wetlands in Athens. The New economic development plan is going to include a sales team of people to…
The Eyes And Ears Of Severe Weather
Archives
February 7, 2013
The Eyes And Ears Of Severe Weather
Volunteers observe and report backyard weather to help save lives Peachtree City, Ga (Grady NewSource) – An extensive network of volunteers act as the foot soldiers for the National Weather Service during severe weather. Working in part with amateur radio operators, the Skywarn severe weather spotters send back crucial observations to…
Upcoming Activities in Athens
Athens-Clarke County
February 7, 2013
Upcoming Activities in Athens
Thursday Step Afrika! performance at 7:30 in the Tate Student Center – Step Afrika is the first professional company in the world dedicated to the tradition of stepping. Free for students and $10 for non-students. Friday Dawgs After Dark at 10:00 in the Tate Student Center- It is the final…
Wine Weekend
Northeast Georgia News
February 6, 2013
Wine Weekend
Athens, GA- The popping of bottles and clinking of glasses could only mean one thing–wine is on the menu. Wine weekend consists of events and seminars for food and wine from all over the world. Hundreds of wines are offered at the Grand Tasting. In addition to tasting wines, you…
High School Signing Day
High School Sports
February 6, 2013
High School Signing Day
While there are dozens of athletes coming to Athens to extend their careers, several local student athletes are leaving the town to be able to fufill dreams of their own. Two local high school students signed with their top schools today. Bobby Marshburn shared this special day with his parents…
North Avenue Bridge Update
Archives
February 6, 2013
North Avenue Bridge Update
Athens, GA-Many used to call it home but after a fire occurred last week, the homeless have been evicted from under the North Avenue bridge. The area under the bridge was cleared out today by departments from the Solid Waste and Drainage, Public Engineering, and by several inmates from the…
Northeast Georgia’s Only Indoor Rock Climbing Gym
Northeast Georgia News
February 6, 2013
Northeast Georgia’s Only Indoor Rock Climbing Gym
Athens, GA – It’s a sport, a work out, and even a lifestyle. In bouldering lingo, these steps are known as “problems,” and they change every couple of months so the climber has a new problem to solve. Owner Adrian Prelipceanu says it’s addicting: “I describe it like a virus. It…