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2017 Election
Athens Proposes TSPLOST Tax Projects
On November 7, Clarke County voters will have the option to approve a one-percent sales tax increase for various transportation projects around the county. The most expensive projects include pavement rehabilitation and the Firefly Trail project. You can read about all 19 of the projects here. If approved, the sales…
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UPDATE: Officer-Involved Shooting in Athens
CLARKE COUNTY, Ga. – UPDATE: Edward Herron was named as the policeman that was in the officer involved shooting. Investigators say that he is on administrative leave until further notice. The shooter, Nicholas Head, 27, is currently at the Athens Regional Hospital in ICU. Officers have confirmed that he will…
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Athens-Clarke County
Athens-Clarke County Wants Your Ideas
Do you want a say in what Athens will look like in ten years? Now is your chance. Athens-Clarke County is putting together their ten-year comprehensive plan, and they want your opinion. You can fill out this online questionnaire and share your thoughts on what issues are most important to…
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2017 Election
Board of Elections Announces Special Election Voting Locations
Early voting begins October 17, 2017, in Clarke County. The only place to early vote is the Athens-Clarke County Board of Elections. Voters must bring valid photo identification. Early voting must take place during these times: Athens-Clarke County Board of Elections 155 S. Washington St. Athens, GA Monday, October 16…
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Athens-Clarke County
High School Football Update
Catch up with all the local high school football games that are scheduled to play out under the Friday Night Lights with sports reporter Allie Bailey. Athens Academy (6-0) vs. Providence Christian Academy (1-5) at 7:30 p.m at Providence. Clarke Central High School (5-2) vs. Johnson High School (0-7) at…
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Athens-Clarke County
Church Hosts ‘Jake Fromm State Farm’ Tailgate
Watkinsville Baptist Churches hosting a “Jake Fromm State Farm” tailgate for this Saturday’s game verses Mizzou. This persona Fromm is adopting is based off of the State Farm commercial that is centered around “Jake From State Farm.” Anyone can come to the tailgate, which will be from 1 – 5 PM…
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Athens-Clarke County
Homecoming Happenings: What To Do On Saturday
Friday, October 13, 2017 9:00 AM Parker Memorial Golf Tournament The Warnell School of Forestry will host a game of golf with alumni and students at the UGA golf course. 5:30 PM Warnell School of Forestry Alumni Dinner and Business Meeting A dinner will be held at Flinchum’s Phoenix to…
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Athens-Clarke County
WATCH: Athens H.S. Football Playoff Spotlight
Four weeks remain in the GHSA high school football regular season, and four Athens teams are in the hunt for playoff spots in their respective divisions.
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Athens-Clarke County
Athens Clarke County Police Accepting Community Volunteer Applications
The Athens-Clarke County Police Department is accepting applications for its Police Volunteer Program. The police department says the program teaches participants about law enforcement in their community and helps fight crime. You can submit your application for the program here: https://www.athensclarkecounty.com/FormCenter/Police-27/Volunteer-Program-Application-192