Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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Progressive Vision for Athens: Part IV, Housing
In the fourth and final part of this series, Alex Marchante discusses Athens mayor-elect Kelly Girtz’s plan on improving affordable housing in the city. Guest Curator Selections 1.
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Athens Farmers Market Businesses Navigate Seasonal Benefits, Challenges
Tucker Pennington is a senior in the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication.
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Fields of Technology: Some Local High Schools Augment Coaching, Playing with Technology
Advancements in technology have reached the football fields in Athens-Clarke County. Drones, ipads and other technology are now part of the football programs at North Oconee High School and Athens Academy. Tyler Donaldson shows you how the new technology is taking coaching, and winning, to a whole new level. Tyler…
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Secure Your Valuables Before You Leave for The Holidays
As University of Georgia students head home for the holidays, their apartments and homes are vulnerable to theft. “We do see, unfortunately, an uptick in burglaries when students leave for Thanksgiving break, additionally Christmas break,” Geoffrey Gilland, the public information assistant with the Athens-Clarke County Police Department said. The Athens-Clarke…
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Renters Can Take Heavy Losses Without Fire Insurance in Georgia
As fires torch northern California, those living in Athens, Ga., may wonder what kinds of fire protections renters here have. In 2017, one fire fatality was reported in Athens with 400 fire incidents total reported in Athens-Clarke County, according to Athens Clarke-County Fire and Emergency Services. There were an estimated 85…
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A Progressive Vision for Athens, Part III: Education
Alex Marchante is a senior majoring in journalism in the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication.
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Living Transgender at UGA: Student Experiences Costs, Benefits of Transitioning in College
Transgender students at the University of Georgia are faced with daily struggles unlike those of the rest of the student body. Where is the nearest restroom they’re comfortable using? Will they be able to afford this month’s round of hormone injections? Is it worth it to notify all of their…
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Living in Atmosphere of Studentification in Athens-Clarke County: UGA Students Drive Demand, Affect Historic Districts
With more than 30,000 students attending the University of Georgia, there is a growing demand for off-campus living. The supply of housing for students has increased at an exponential rate since 1955, but it may be at the expense of small businesses as well as locals who have lived in…
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Athens-Clarke County Fire Officials Issue Holiday Safety, Sustainability Tips
The Athens-Clarke County Fire Department is encouraging residents to take steps now to prevent fires this holiday season. First, they recommend that you water your Christmas tree every day. Lt. Lawrence Ford told Grady Newsource it’s also a good idea to check your tree before you even buy it. “Ensuring…
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Son Shares Journey of Taking Over Athens’ Marvin’s Shoe Service from Father
Tony Walsh is a senior in the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication.