Northeast Georgia News
Reporting from Barrow, Clarke, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and surrounding counties.
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State of the University Address
Athens, GA – Today, Dr. Adams addressed over 400 students, faculty, and residents about a possible expansion of the graduate program and the creation of a College of Visual Arts. But this address was special in particular because it was his 16th and final address. After this powerful speech, it was evident…
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UGA Provides Procedures In Case of Campus Shooting
Athens, GA Tuesday’s shooting at Lone Star College was the 5th time in 2013 that someone brought a gun on campus and open fired. Many students are not sure of the proper procedure if there is a gunman at school. If there is a shooting on campus, the University of…
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Baxter The Dog Seeks Adoption
Reporters Brittany Denny and Martha Kim went to Athens animal control and made a new friend. Baxter is a loving, tan and white Boxer who is between 8-12 month old. He and his friends are looking for a home so if your thinking about getting a new companion the animal…
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Athens’ Park And Ride Finally Opens Today
Athens, Ga –The Athen’s ongoing project for the Park ‘n Ride finally opens today. Reporter Hannah Patrick has the details from the Ribbon cutting ceremony. This project has been going on for 10 years not. The new parking lot has 223 spots and some outstanding green initiatives. Solar…
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Local Businesses Adopting Digital CommCaddies
Athens, GA — If you thought that advertising was everywhere, you may need to think again. Find out how local downtown bars are using technology to promote their business as well as other businesses around town. By: Alli Christensen
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Joint Mission Establishes Clarke County Mentor Program
Athens, Georgia – Athens is privileged to have a variety of mentor organizations helping students succeed in school and in life. One of these programs is constantly working to promote their work. The Clarke County Mentor Program is an independent, nonprofit organization, located in Athens’ Chamber of Commerce Building. Started in 1991…
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Hillsman Middle Heads To State Competition
Hillsman Middle School’s Academic Bowl team will be competing at the state competition this coming Saturday after winning the all the rounds of the regional competition.
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UGA Bus App To Mitigate Passenger Wait Time
Athens, GA – Have you ever waited, waited, and WAITED for a UGA bus? Well good news, that’s going to end. Only if you have smartphone though according to Reporter Meredith Dean.
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Vision Video Closes One Store But Continues To Stay Strong
Athens, Ga– Blockbusters and other movie stores are closing nationwide. But one local Athens video store has found a way to keep their video business running. Reporter Hannah Patrick found out how vision video is still succeeding. Even though One of the Vision Video stores is closing next month, the…
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DGK Takes NYC Trip
By: Brittany Denny University of Georgia’s Journalism Society DiGamma Kappa took a trip to the big apple for networking and an overall great time.