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Athens-Clarke County
‘In Their Shoes’ 10th Anniversary Walk on Saturday
By Shaunteri Skinner About 150 people will walk over 13 miles on Saturday, Oct. 24, to honor and remember family or friends affected by cancer for the Athens Regional Foundation’s ‘In Their Shoes Walk.’ The event will begin at 8 a.m. at the Athens Regional Medical Center with a light…
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Athens-Clarke County
ICYMI: ACC Police Hope to Utilize New Mental Health Grant
By Rayleigh Rozier You may not think of Athens-Clarke County police as mental health care providers, but the department receives 6,000 calls each year involving citizens with mental illness. The ACC Police Department hopes to use a $150,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to create a plan over the…
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Athens-Clarke County
Halloween Activities in YOUR Area
Take a look at the "spooktacular" Halloween activities in the Northeast Georgia area!
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Athens-Clarke County
Jury Selected for Blount Murder Trial
By Allison Gowens The murder trial for accused nurse Corey Antwan Blount continues today at the Athens-Clarke County Courthouse. The jury was sworn in, and the state is now presenting its evidence. Video from the proceedings is below:
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Athens-Clarke County
J. Crew Opening Continues Downtown Business Shift
Yellow stars on this map of downtown Athens indicate a current or proposed franchise or chain business. When J. Crew Mercantile opens its doors for business Wednesday on Broad Street, more than 20 national or statewide chains will be located in downtown, which has been traditionally made up of local…
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Athens-Clarke County
ICYMI: Changes in Fee for Inmate Phone Calls
Every time an inmate makes a phone call, it means more money for Athens-Clarke County. A new contract approved by the ACC commissioners in September will bring in $1.25 million from inmates’ calls over the next five years. Reporter Zack Sims took a look at how this contract came about.
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Athens-Clarke County
Athens Organization Fights to Expand Medicaid
By Shaunteri Skinner A local organization is fighting to expand insurance coverage for those who need it most. Athens For Everyone will start its Medicaid expansion campaign today in a meeting at 6 p.m. at the Athens-Clarke County Library. The public is invited to attend. Over 600,000 Georgians do not have health insurance,…
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Athens-Clarke County
Stories to Watch: Oct. 20
\t The Athens-Clarke County Police department is discussing a $150,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to improve the relationship between the Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program (JMCHP). Other items will be discussed at the Athens-Clarke County Board of Commissioners agenda setting meeting at 7 p.m. Follow us online…
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Athens-Clarke County
Boil Water Advisory Still in Effect
If you live in western Clarke County, local officials say you should STILL be boiling your water. This area is bounded by Jefferson Road / Hawthorne Avenue / Atlanta Highway / Epps Bridge Parkway to the east and the Oconee County and Jackson County lines to the west. It also includes Bogart…
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Athens-Clarke County
Where to Get Your Flu Shot in Northeast Georgia
By Danielle Herman Cold weather has descended upon the Northeast Georgia area, bringing with it the onset of flu season. According to the Centers for Disease Control, flu season begins in October and lasts until May. Influenza can affect everyone differently, ranging in age and health. The best way to…