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Athens-Clarke County
‘Serengeti Dreams’ Sculpture Dedicated at Bear Hallow Zoo
An 8ft. metal sculpture was dedicated to Bear Hollow Zoo this morning by local artist Harry Rittenberry, Jr. Over 30 Athens residents attended the ceremony and many feel the art piece will inspire visitors who walk the trails every day. Clint Murphy says Rittenberry’s piece embodies its Serengeti Dreams name and will…
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Archives
Rain today and this weekend!
ATHENS, Ga. — We could see up to 3/4 of an inch of rain today in Northeast Georgia, which would begin to alleviate our “extraordinary” drought conditions, although not enough to end the drought completely. You’ll likely see rain and thunderstorms, some possibly severe, throughout the afternoon today, probably clearing up…
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Archives
Wet Weather Washes Wednesday Intramural Championship
After nearly a month and a half without rain, the storms have finally moved in and soaked all of North East Georgia. Which is great for most of us! Unless you have a once in a lifetime chance to play football in Sanford Stadium Wednesday. Case in point: the UGA…
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Food
Your Favorite Holiday Dishes… With a Spin
By: Brandi Patterson
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Northeast Georgia News
Georgia Transportation Summit Discusses State’s Needs
It’s a big day for transportation in Georgia: the American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia is hosting the annual Georgia Transportation Summit. At the event, top officials from the Georgia Department of Transportation and other transportation companies of Georgia will meet and talk about the latest needs and happenings…
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Athens-Clarke County
Local Organizations Participate in #GivingTuesday
Athens, GA. – With as little as one dollar, one local non-profit organization here in Athens was able to make a difference in the community. Elyse isn’t just a YMCA employee today. She helped make a big difference in a small way by baking a sweet treat to sell for…
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Athens-Clarke County
Rain in Forecast Mean Drivers Should Prepare for Rainy Road Hazards
Athens, GA. – August 17. That’s the last day the Athens area saw more than an inch of rain. Now that more precipitation is finally here, you may want to brush up on driving safety in wet conditions. The Georgia Department of Transportation says if you want to ensure your…
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Athens-Clarke County
Residents Advised to Conserve Water In Spite of Improved Drought Conditions
Athens, GA. – Today’s rain, and the showers you’ll see tonight and tomorrow will help the drought a little. That means there are still steps you need to take to help conserve water and help ease the impact of what experts call an “exceptional drought”. For Pam Knox, drought conditions are…
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Northeast Georgia News
First-Year Strikingly Similar Between Smart, Saban
Kirby Smart’s first season as UGA’s head coach is one bowl game away from completion. Smart’s first year had some striking similarities to Nick Saban’s first season at Alabama, where Smart was his defensive coordinator from 2008 to 2015. The first-year head coach finished the regular season with a 7-5…
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Northeast Georgia News
More Than Just A Band Director: Scott Smith
Oconee, Ga.— The North Oconee Band is busy learning new material for their Christmas Concert, but Band Director Scott Smith is teaching his students more than just music. Step into the North Oconee band room and you’ll see a lot of trophies. These trophies are the result of Band Director Scott…