Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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OCC Fire Department Infectious Disease Class
The Oconee County Fire Department is preparing for their medical class on infectious diseases tomorrow. With ebola being the hot topic they will touch on their new protocol and protective equipment, but also touch on flu with flu season in full swing. Oconee County Fire Departments will soon be equipped with…
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ACC Police Department gets a Grant for DUI Enforcement
Athens, Ga- The Athens-Clarke County Police Department received a 250,000 dollar grant for DUI enforcement. Reporter Didi Abdulnabi spoke with Traffic supervisor Lieutenant Don Eckert and he says the Athens-Clarke County Police Department will use some of their grant money to purchase 3 new police cars with the acronym H.E.A.T. decal…
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Weather Forecast- November 5, 2014
Athens, GA- We’ll be expecting a cold front moving to here in Athens with a high in the upper 50’s and lower 60’s. The cold front is predicted to move in this evening and Thursday morning bringing scattered showers. Northeast Georgia can expect a quarter inch of rain. There is a 40%…
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Nuci’s Space raises money to renovate REM Steeple
Athens, Ga- Nuci’s Space is hosting a campaign to raise $250,000 to save and renovate the REM Steeple which has become an Athens staple since REM first played there. In addition to raising money for the steeple, Nuci’s Space is raising money to expand its programs for local musicians. One…
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5 Things to Know for November 5, 2014
1. Election results: The Election was last night and we have the results in! 2. Oconee Liquor: Wine and beer are no longer the only alcohol being consumed in Oconee County. Residents can now buy liquor at local restaurants and grocery stores. 65 percent of citizens voted to pass the liquor by…
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Oconee County Referendums
Athens, GA — Oconee County referendums are the special purpose local options sales tax and liquor by the drink in restaurants. With 21 percent of precincts reporting: SPLOST — YES:65% NO: 35% Sale of Liquor — YES: 65% NO: 35%
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UPDATE: 10th District Results
Athens, GA — 10th District results with 6.92 percent of precincts reporting:
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UPDATE: Senate Results
Athens, GA — Senate results with 21 percent of precincts reporting.
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UPDATE: Gubernatorial Results
Athens, GA — Gubernatorial results with 30 percent of precincts reporting.
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2014 Election Night Coverage: Jason Carter’s Platform
Athens, GA — Here are three points from democratic gubernatorial candidate, Jason Carter.