Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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WWII Bomber Planes in Athens
Athens, GA – Three WWII bomber planes will be on display for viewing at Athens-Ben Epps airport this week. Visitors can tour the restored aircraft and can even fly in the plans for $450 for 30 minutes. Walk through tours are $12 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under.…
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Two Undefeated Teams Went Head to Head this Weekend
Athens, GA – The Hart County Bulldogs continue a perfect season and are now 8-0 after playing the Oconee County Warriors, who are now 7-1 this weekend. Both teams went into the match up undefeated. The Bulldogs took home the victory with a 49-21 win over the Warriors. Newsource reporters were at the…
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Local Athens Church Buys Gentlemen Club and Lingerie Boutique
Athens, GA – In August, Athens Link Fellowship Church bought Fantasy World and Chelsea’s Gentlemen’s Club, both on Baxter Street. They want to expand the church which is currently holding services in a house on South Lumpkin Street. A manager at Bulldog Sporting Goods, located near the Gentlemen’s club, told Newsource reporter Jordan…
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Five Things You Need To Know October 27, 2014
Athens, GA – The University of Georgia could pass a new policy that will have a major effect for UGA students. Students will now have the opportunity for unlimited withdrawals and will be able to withdrawal from a class regardless of their standing in the class. There would no longer be an option for…
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Forecast: Monday October 27, 2014
Athens, GA – Happy Georgia Florida week! The next couple of days will be warm in the mid 70’s. These warm temperatures are not normal for this type of year. Wednesday, expect a cold front and possible isolated thunderstorms (nothing severe). After the cold front moves through expect cooler temperatures and…
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Forecast: A look into Georgia Florida Weekend
St. Simons, GA – Expect highs in the 70’s and low 80’s during the week. On Friday, there is a 20% chance of showers through out the day. If the rain stays away, expect temperatures in the low 70’s and a mostly sunny afternoon. Make sure you bring a sweater if you…
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Operation MasqueRAID Update
Athens, GA – Law enforcement officials say they had been watching a man accused of child pornography for monthsbefore arresting him. It’s all part of a sercret operation throughout the state.
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A Day in the Life of a Madison County Jailer
Athens, GA – 11 years… That’s how long one woman has served as a jailer in Madison County…. longer than anyone else. From the outside looking in her job is to keep inmates in order, but SHE says her job is about making a difference in people’s lives, and sometimes, maybe…
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SGA Fights to Stop Sexual Violence on Campus
Athens, GA – The UGA Student Government Association is taking on a national fight to stop sexual violence on college campuses. The SGA Senate passed a resolution to become part of the White House’s “It’s On Us” campaign and hopes to reduce the number of rapes on campus. Reporter Russel Abad…
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Northeast Georgia Football Weekend
Athens, GA – Oconee County isn’t the only football team looking for a win tomorrow. Several other local high schools will compete in region play. Clarke Central will take on Winder-Barrow on their home turf while Cedar Shoals will battle against Gainsville. Number 6 ranked Jackson County will take on number 7…