Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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Northeast Georgians Build Community Through Local Politics
“Divisive” is the most common word to describe modern American politics, according to research by the Pew Research Center. But it might not be that might not be that simple. The U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion believes that civic engagement connects people to their communities — and…
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‘We Will Rise:’ The Story of the Apalachee High School Shooting
Twenty journalism students produced the documentary titled “We Will Rise: The Story of the Apalachee High School Shooting” as part of their capstone class at the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication. The students’ goal was to memorialize the tragedy, its immediate impact on the school, and how the…
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Resilience Through Unity: Apalachee Emerges Stronger Together
In the wake of tragedy, communities often find themselves at a crossroads between overwhelming grief and the resilient determination to heal and grow stronger. Grady Newsource reporter Quentin Yroz takes you to community gatherings and shared moments of reflection and prayer, to show you how the people of Barrow County…
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Love Will Prevail: Barrow Community Displays Strength, Resilience
In the months since the school shooting that claimed four lives in Barrow County, Georgia, in the fall of 2024, one message resounds throughout the community. Grady Newsource reporter Janai Wells shows you how what began as a devastating tragedy on Sept. 4 at Apalachee High School in Winder today…
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Athens-Clarke County Passes LGBTQIA+ Safe Haven Resolution Amid Emotional Support
The Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission voted 6-2 to approve a resolution declaring the county a safe haven for LGBTQIA+ individuals, after more than two hours of public comment during its Dec. 3 session. Referred to as Resolution 22 during the meeting, it reaffirms the county’s commitment to inclusivity. It…
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Local Entrepreneurship, Innovation Blossoms in Athens
The University of Georgia and the Athens community create a vibrant hub for entrepreneurship, where students and alumni alike turn passions into thriving ventures. Business ownership is becoming popular — a 2023 study from Square found that over half of Gen-Z is considering starting their own business. Young creatives…
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Embracing Pinkmas: Expert Tips for Bringing This Bold Hue into Holiday Decor
Holiday decor traditionally calls to mind classic reds and greens, evoking the warmth of pine wreaths and glowing ornaments. But pink has a surprising presence in holiday decor, giving festive displays a vibrant appearance. Interior design experts Jarrett Kemp, owner of Appointments at Five; and Brandy Martin, co-owner of The…
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From Waste to Growth: UGA Student Composting Efforts Grow on Campus
If you’ve ever spotted bright orange bikes whizzing around the University of Georgia’s campus, you may have wondered what they’re up to. These bikes belong to the UGA Campus Compost Program and are driven by student interns working with the Office of Sustainability. Their mission? Collecting compostable waste from across…
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Organic Farming: Good for Our Health, Environment
Murray Brett brushes his hands off after sifting through his Rouge de Bordeaux bread flour inside his Mill at DaySpring Farms. He puts the lid back on the bucket of his fresh batch of organically grown flour. In 2011, Murray and Paula Brett founded DaySpring Farms, located just 30…
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Adela Alejo, 12, Stars for Classic City Dawgs Adapted Sports Team
Adela Alejo is just 12 years old but is one of the most experienced athletes on her adapted sports team, the Classic City Dawgs. Alejo, born with spina bifida, has found community and an outlet for her love for sports since joining the team last season. The Classic City Dawgs…