Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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Athens Christian Coach Retires
Athens Christian School Basketball Coach Ron Link has announced he is now retiring. As we previously reported in February, he has been struggling with ALS. The eight year Athens Christian veteran made the announcement Monday at the school’s basketball banquet. Van Beacham, the school’s athletic director, says the coach is leaving…
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Transportation Bill to Raise the Cost of Gas
One Georgia House Bill is looking to raise one billion dollars to improve transportation in Georgia. The money raised would go towards repairing roads and bridges. A version of the bill was originally passed in the House would add a 29 cent gas tax to every gallon you purchase at…
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Powdered Alcohol Could Be Coming to Athens
Powdered alcohol is now legal. Since March 16th, the big question has become whether it is safe or not. Nine states, including Maryland and Tennesee, are already trying to make it illegal in their respective state. Reporter Taylor Bisciotti speaks with local liquor stores and police to find out if it has hit…
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UGA Group Campaigning for New Women’s Center
A group at UGA wants to open a new women’s center. UGA already has a women’s clinic as part of the University Health Center, but the group Dawgs for a Women’s Center wants a space that is more of a safe zone for counseling and relaxation. Reporter C.J. Gaan will have…
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Today’s News Recap
A recap of the top stories from Monday, March 23.
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Amy Robach to Deliver UGA Spring Commencement Address
University of Georgia graduate and “Good Morning America” anchor Amy Robach will deliver the commencement address at UGA’s spring commencement ceremony. The ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. on May 8 in Sanford Stadium. “Amy Robach is a veteran television journalist with national and international recognition. She also is one of…
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UGA Students Respond to Controversial Yik Yak Comment Following UGA Student Death
University of Georgia students are responding to a social media post (below) that has stirred up cause controversy and anger for some groups.
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Behind the Scenes with a 9-1-1 Operator
ATHENS, GA - You trust them to help you when you have no other option. But how much do you actually know about 9-1-1 operators?
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Former Athens-Clarke County Police Officer on Trial
A former Athens-Clarke County police officer is on trial for charges for violating the public oath he took as an officer. The trial has been pushed to April 20. Reporter Macey Lauren will have updates as they come.
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House Bill 225 Could Affect Taxi Drivers
The Athens-Clarke County Commissioners are trying to boost the regulations of local taxi companies. How they decide to do that will all depend on a House Bill, which is awaiting approval in the Senate. This bill would prohibit local governments from enforcing stricter licensing requirements or background checks on for-hire…