In-Depth
Context is crucial in good reporting. These stories, which cover a multitude of topics, are about diving deep into the people, places, issues and solutions within Northeast Georgia.
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Local Neighborhoods Have Growing Concerns Over Quarry Expansion
Homes in South Jackson County are lined with “Stop The Rock Quarry” signs. Residents on Chandler Bridge Road have signs…
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Northeast Georgia County Representatives Discuss Population Growth
Grady Newsource brought in representatives from the surrounding counties to address the issue of population growth — during a special solutions…
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How Student Entrepreneur Chloe Lahr Balances Schoolwork, Sustainability
From monetary uncertainties to consumer expectations, the risks that come with launching a small business pose a challenge. And when…
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Student Organization Works with UGA, Athens Community to Reduce Plastic Waste
Bag the Bag is a student-run organization at the University of Georgia that works with the Athens community to promote…
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Legally Latina: Impact of Latina Underrepresentation in Law School
Laura Jimenez Garcia, a third-year law student at the University of Georgia, lived in her birth country of Colombia until…
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Zero Waste Athletics at Georgia Soccer Score Goal
Looking at concessions alone, sporting events produce a considerable amount of waste. Denise Plemmons, the waste reduction coordinator for the…
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Making Waves: Athens Water Festival Uses Interaction to Educate Young People
Children raced from tent to tent across the park, as their parents closely followed. Underneath one awning, visitors learned about…
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Newest Elementary School in Barrow County Provides Relief from Overpopulation
Barrow County opened its 10th elementary school this year. Austin Road Elementary had its first day of classes on Aug.…
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Don’t Bite the Hand That Feeds: Supporting Georgia Farmers Amidst Mental Health Crisis
In the Appalachian city of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Hessler’s family of generational farmers-turned-coal miners emphasized the principles of nourishing others and…