Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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Pets Help Manage Mental Illness
Students gathered in the school of social work today to display their research on human and animal bonds. Research shows animals may be part of the solution for certain mental health issues. Professor Trisha Reeves, says animals play an important role in many people’s lives. “Our animals are a part…
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One-of-a-Kind Ceramics Sold at Spring Pottery Sale
The Ceramic Student Organization is holding its spring pottery sale. This sale includes items made by students and professors such as hand built sculptures, teapots, mugs, vases, and bowls. Prices begin at about $10 and can range up to $70. The goal of this sale is to raise money to…
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Twilight Brings Business Downtown
Athens host many events situated downtown, but not quite as unique as Twilight. An economic boom for businesses situated in or around downtown, this two day event crowd the streets of Athens. Vendors, competitors, and spectators file into town early on Friday in order to secure a spot for the…
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Grady Explains: Net Neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission’s partial repeal of the Open Internet Order net neutrality rules took effect yesterday, but what does that mean? Grady Newsource explains. What is the Open Internet Order? The Open Internet Order was issued by the FCC in 2015, and it changed the classification of internet access…
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Dog Days of Finals: Where to Take Pet During Finals Week
From April 30- May 3, Play! Sit! Stay! pet daycare will offer 50% off all Boarding & Visits. The prices will be reduced to $7.50 per visit and $15 per night. If Play! Sit! Stay! isn’t for you, here are a number of other animal daycare centers that…
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Government Repeals Net Neutrality
Net Neutrality was repealed today… We spoke with University of Georgia New Media professor, Emuel Aldridge on his take. More on the story at 5.
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Libertarians Meet for Town Hall
The Libertarian Party of Athens has been around for less than a year, and are hoping to have candidates run for the midterm elections on May 22nd. Vice Chairman of the party, William Wright, explains how they are going to do this, “We have a candidate we are trying…
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Arming Teachers in Jefferson Schools
A new policy in Jefferson county schools would allow teachers to be armed in case of an emergency. Dr. John Jackson, the Jefferson city superintendent explains, ” “This is a proposed policy that was permitted by Georgia law several years ago as an option for school districts who want to…
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International Students Celebrate Earth Day
Earth Day is this Sunday! It’s a day to celebrate our planet and its natural beauty. Many people recycle, clean streets and neighborhoods, plant trees, and find ways to save energy within their homes and communities. While many people in the U.S. will celebrate Earth Day this weekend, it is…
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Where to Dispose of Unwanted Medicine
If your medicine is expired, unused or just unwanted, you can dispose of the medication at your local police station. A secured collection box is available at the Athens-Clarke-County Police East Precinct and the West Precinct between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.…