Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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WEATHER UPDATE for October 30, 2014
Athens, GA- Here’s a look at the weather forecast for this weekend. We have details on the game day weather forecast for St. Simon’s Island and Jacksonville.
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Bus Driver Gets Pursuit of Excellence Award
Watkinsville, GA- We’ve all heard about teachers of the year and merit scholars, but for the first time an Oconee County bus driver is being honored with a Pursuit of Excellence Award. Robert Harris, a bus driver from Colham Ferry Elementary, was recently presented the award. Faculty and staff at…
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300 Miles In 30 Hours
Athens, GA- 300 miles in 30 hours? UGA Baptist Collegiate Ministry students and alumni are taking on the challenge and are riding bicycles from Athens to Jacksonville for the Georgia-Florida game this weekend. This is the 14th year the ministry has participated in “Ride for Christ”. There are some bikers that ride…
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Toys And Beards In Madison County
Danielsville, GA- Deputies who bring in toys can grow a beard in Madison County. Sheriff Kip Thomas is allowing his deputies to grow beards if they bring in a new toy to the office for kids in the county as part of the Toys For Tots Foundation. The Sheriff’s Office says…
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5 Things To Know For October 30
Athens, GA- Election day is just five days away! We’re looking into how early voting is doing in its last couple of days and will have more details tonight. Athens, GA- The Athens Downtown Development Authority is trying to pass an ordinance regarding parking downtown. They’re trying to prohibit vehicles over 17 feet…
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FORECAST: October 30, 2014
Athens, GA- We’re off to a chilly start here in Athens this morning, with temperatures in the mid 40s. It will warm up this afternoon with an expected high of 69 degrees. Later today, student meteorologist Lani Hannah will have your weather forecast for Halloween and Georgia-Florida weekend!
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New Fire Station to Lower Costs of Insurance
Athens, GA – The City of Commerce will be building a new fire station in East Jackson that could help lower the costs of insurance for home owners that live there . The East District runs a high risk of fires.
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Local Response to Gurley Reinstatement
Athens, GA – Georgia running back Todd Gurley will not play in the Georgia Florida game this weekend, but you will see him back on the field this season. The NCAA made a statement this morning that he sit a total of four games (30% of season) for accepting more than $3,000…
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WWII Bomber Planes in Athens
Athens, GA – The WWII bomber planes that flew in on Monday took off at noon today. Didn’t get a chance to see them? Newsource reporter Mason Gepp had a chance to fly in one of the planes.
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Trunk or Treat?
Athens, GA – The ACC police department is hosting a trunk or treat event today at the police station from 4:30-6:30pm. The event is free and open to ages 6-12. Cars will be decorated and ensures a safe location for kids to participate in Halloween festivities.