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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Celebrating Kajal Patel’s Life
ATHENS, GA- Vanessa Flores Over 1200 helium heart shaped ballons decorated the Athens Academy gym.There were somber moments, but for the most part, her family and the entire Athens Academy Community celebrated her life after her passing. Amongst laughter and tears Kajal Patel’s life and legacy was celebrated yesterday evening.…
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Athens’ Classic Center Grand Opening Gala
By: Julie Calhoun The Classic Center’s Expansion Grand Opening Gala wasn’t just about champagne and black ties. With the official cut of the ribbon the 24 million dollar expansion is ready to host many new events here in Athens. Secretary of State Brian Kemp is bringing the Georgia Republican Party…
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Athens Free Healthcare Demand Outweighs the Supply
Athens, GA–The huge demand for free health care exceeds what clinics in Athens are able to provide to their patients. Clinics in Athens-Clarke county like the Athens Nurses Clinic provide services to people in Athens without health insurance and who are considered the working poor–people below 150% of the federal…
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Athens’ Park and Ride Lacks Participants
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZIq6DAMX6Q&feature=youtu.be ATHENS,GA- The Oconee Street Park and Ride opened January 24th. Few cars were there at the beginning and it turns out, things have not changed much. I feel like the park and ride is used on a very limited basis right now because it is new, people don’t understand…
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Phillip Scruggs Asks for Retrial
Athens, GA – A new hearing date has yet to be scheduled for an Athens man convicted of murder and arson in 2011. The hearing on the motion for a retrial had originally been set for Monday. Mache Kane has details about the case. Attorney Donarell Green the fourth asked…
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Organizing is a Full-Time Job
College students can be messy, but we’re not the only ones. Grady Newsource Reporter Mary Grace Fisher learned a valuable lesson about the working world. Dr. Julia Marlowe taught her that there’s absolutely always a way to make money and do the things you love. Clutter can cause…
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Breaking News Update: Missing Athens Boy Located
11-year-old Parker Sims went missing near Bishop Park Athens, Ga (GradyNewSource.com) – Athens-Clarke County Police and fire officials have located the missing 11-year-old boy. Parker Sims was reported missing in the area of Sunset Drive and Oglethorpe Avenue near Bishop Park after last being seen around 9 p.m. Police officials said around 10:30…
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Athens Tech Parking Causing Problems for Students
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fht4sCX9HxE&feature=youtu.be ATHENS,GA– It’s cold and rainy outside today. Students at Athens Tech are walking, even running to class to avoide the wetness. Parking is an issue for some students here. “In the mornings, I have class all the way in the life science buildings and in the afternoon, I…
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Athens is Becoming a Popular Spot for Filmmakers
By: Alexcia Fauscett Athens has always been known as a music town, but it’s starting to get recognized for it’s films. In fact, the state of Georgia ranks in the top five for tv and film production. Reporter Alexcia Fauscett joins us live to discuss the future of film in…
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Still No Warrant in Hit-and-Run Case
Athens, GA- The flags still stand where Emily Bowman’s tragic incident took place over one week ago. While Emily faced another surgery this morning, police continued their investigation. It’s clear that many questions are still up in the air. While the blood on the scene has been cleared up, what…