Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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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.
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Are Negative Advertisements Effective for Campaigning?
Athens, GA – Have you ever wondered about the effects in negative campaign advertising? Reporter Allison Morrow sat down with Charles Bullock, a leading expert in southern politics. Why do they participate in negative campaigning? Because it works.
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A Day In The Life: Supervisor of Elections
Athens, GA – What does it take to be the one person that makes sure the voting process is fair and accurate? Reporter Michael Foo talks with Athens-Clarke County Supervisor of Elections Gail Schrader to see how ACC will make sure each vote is counted accurately in the early voting and November 4th election. …
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Forecast Update: October 29, 2014
Athens, GA – Student meteorologist Riley Hale has your local weather and a look ahead at the five-day forecast. With the rain came a cold front so temperatures will be in the mid 60’s this afternoon. Heading down to the Georgia Florida game? Friday in St.Simons will be warm and sunny with…
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Liquor Sales Could Be Allowed in Oconee County
Athens, GA – Tuesday is the last day to vote on key referendum in Oconee County. The liquor by the drink referendum is one of two bills on the ballot for this election. The referendum would allow sale of liquor in all parts of the county including restaurants and grocery stores (where…
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10th District Profile
Athens, GA – Neither Jody Hice nor Ken Dious have held public offices, but they’re contending for your vote to replace US Representative Paul Broun in Washington. Hice is a former pastor and conservative talk show host. Dious is a prominent African American lawyer who has practiced law in Athens over…
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Five Things You Need To Know: October 29, 2014
Athens, GA – What does it take to be the one person that makes sure the voting process is fair and accurate? Reporter Michael Foo talks with Athens-Clarke County Supervisor of Elections Gail Schrader to see how ACC will make sure each vote is counted accurately in the early voting and November 4th election. …