Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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Morning Webcast
April 3, 2013 with web anchor Taylor Eisenhauer
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Meals on Wheels Helps Underprivileged Seniors
Georgia is number 6 in the nation for senior citizens that are going hungry. Meals on wheels provides 300 hot and cold meals a day for those in Athens who are at risk for food insecurity. AARP has an event On Saturday in support of the Athens community council on…
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New Student Movie Coming with Kickstart
Athens, GA—Filming movies in Athens has become popular. And now, several UGA graduates are filming their own movie here. The resources and funding are coming from a unique source. It is all done through a website that allows people to donate however much they wish to give. The movie is…
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MR. Comic Shop Opens in Watkinsville
Watkinsville, GA- MR. Comic Shop opened today in downtown Watkinsville. The comic book store has thousands of comics and also carries graphic novels and collector editions of monthly comics. The shop will also have new comics offered every Wednesday and those who sign up for subscriptions to these will receive…
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Wednesday Afternoon Webcast
I pulled Abby aside during the afternoon meeting to talk to her about her story — listen to what she had to say about how some recent UGA graduates are funding a new movie they are making. Also, be sure to tune in at 5!
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Wednesday’s Morning Webcast
Check out what we’re working on for tonight’s show!
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Distracted Driving in Athens
Athens, GA- Have you ever had a close call with a distracted driver OR pedestrian? Well now, it’s not an uncommon thing. Reporter Meredith Dean tells us about the hot spots on UGA’s campus for distracted drivers and pedestrians.
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The Importance of Creating a Disaster Plan
Most people don’t take the time to create a plan for disasters that may occur. Here in Georgia, tornadoes are most frequent in the spring and fall off in the . It’s important for everyone to prepare for any disasters and pay attention to any storm warnings. Jeff Taylor, the…
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SGA President Elect Interview
Reporter Catherine Ellis interviews SGA President Elect Austin Laufersweiler on his plans for the coming year.
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Mayor and Commission Meeting Looks at Athens Jail Expansion
By: Julie Calhoun The huge expansion of the Athens jail rests in the hands of the mayor and commission tonight. They’re deciding whether to award a contract the McKnight construction company. The 46 million dollar expansion would renovate a jail that is just too old and too small. It would…