Athens-Clarke County
Reporting about Clarke County, Georgia. Some stories will be republished in the Athens Banner-Herald as part of a news-academic partnership with Grady Newsource.
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More People in Athens Could Lose Power Before the End of the Week
ATHENS, GA - Fallen branches, power outages, and out of service traffic lights. Crews are still trying to restore power after Monday's storm. We're expecting more high winds tonight, which means crews could be back out again tomorrow.
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Dropping Temperatures Will Chill Your Pipes
ATHENS, GA - Cold temperatures could hurt more than your fingers and toes. Your pipes will be feeling a chill tonight as well.
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Trash Trucks Late On The Uptake
Athens- Trash collection crews will be working late into the day after they were forced to cancel pick up runs due to the ice warning last night. They assure the public that they will be on track for Tuesday’s routes. The pickup began at ten this morning.
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Celebrating Mardi Gras
Athens- Alison Menhart talks with Neil Smith, the general manager of NONA, to find out how his business plans to celebrate Fat Tuesday. It’s the last day of Mardi Gras and the beginning of Lent.
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Local Schools Closed for Winter Weather
ATHENS, GA - Updated List of School Closings for Winter Weather
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New Program Teaches Golf in Local Schools
ATHENS, GA - Local schools are taking part in a national movement that incorporates golf fundamentals into learning lessons for physical education.
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Family of Hit and Run Victim Sues Local Bar That Served Driver
ATHENS, GA - A local family is suing a bar over the claim that they should have prevented a man from driving while intoxicated two years ago when he hit their daughter.
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Flower Shop Feeling Love as Valentine’s Day Approaches
ATHENS, GA - Sales of Flower and Gift Basket surge as Valentine's Day draws closer and closer.
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New Business Enters Downtown Athens
ATHENS, GA - Cloister Collection hopes for success as it opens its doors in downtown Athens.
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Nature Program Brings Babies, Animals Together
ATHENS, GA - The Sandy Creek Nature Center hosts Babies and Beasties, a program where toddlers can learn and see animals in the wild.