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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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…
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Fundraising Begins for Hit and Run Victim
Friends of Emily Bowman create fund, schedule events to help with medical bills Athens, Ga (GradyNewSource.com) – Friends of Emily Bowman are beginning fundraising efforts to help the family of the 19-year-old Kennesaw State University student pay the girl’s mounting hospital bills. “Any little bit will help right now,” says friend…
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Full Interview with Emily Bowman’s Father & Friends
Jessica and Paul spoke to Emily Bowman’s father and 4 of her closest friends. We have the whole interview posted here. Also, Emily’s Facebook page “Bows for Bowman” is constantly updating how she is doing.
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Blast 900 Comes to Athens
A new fitness fad is blasting through Athens at 900 calories per hour. It’s a combination of cardio interval training and strength training designed to create the ultimate workout. At Blast 900 they call that a recipe for burning fat, and blasting up to 900 calories in just one hour. Owner…
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Arrest Possible in Athens’ Hit-and-Run
Investigators: Arrest warrant could come Wednesday Athens, Ga (GradyNewSource.com) – Investigators say an arrest warrant in a weekend Athens hit-and-run could now come as early as Wednesday. Athens-Clarke County Police Department Lieutenant Don Eckert says investigators could ask a judge for the warrant Wednesday after a warrant was not issued Tuesday.…
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Weaver D’s Gives One Last Cry For Help
Athens, Ga– After 27 years and a call to action, Weaver D’s on Broad street is up for sale. Reporter Hannah Patrick talked to Weaver D about his plan. Weaver D’s is on the Album cover of REM, for it’s famous slogan, “Automatic, For the People.” As soon as you…