Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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How Grow Wild Educational Resources is Transforming the Classroom for Teachers, Students
Tiny hands shot in the air when Nicole McGiboney asks a simple question. “Who here has a garden at home?” she asks, expectantly. An overwhelming majority of first-graders at West Jackson Elementary School are excitedly explaining what they grow in their gardens at home. One student has two rose bushes…
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Athens Tree Ordinance Helps Protect City’s Trees
A few months ago, the views walking over the bridge on Oconee Street were filled with greenery surrounding the river. Lush tree branches dangled over the water. Leaves and other plants peeked out through the railing, impeding the walking space for pedestrians. Now, the same spot is barren. Tree stumps…
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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…