Jayla Johnson
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Food
New Study Shows Increase In Childhood Obesity During COVID-19
There has been an increase in childhood obesity since the start of the pandemic, which is a high risk factor for COVID-19, according to a recent study from the National Center for Biotechnology Information. With the addition of the virtual learning environment to the lives of many students this year, students…
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Athens-Clarke County
UGA Farmers Market Helps Northeast Georgia Community Improve Food Insecurity
On a Wednesday afternoon from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., you will find many tents and activities on the Zell B. Miller Learning Center South Lawn creating the UGA Farmers Market. Some of the featured produce at the market include tomato plants, carrots, sweet potatoes, kale, turnips, and more. Slowly,…
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COVID-19 Coverage
Students At UGA Faced With Tough Decisions After Receiving New Funds
University of Georgia students are making careful decisions about their recently dispersed funds through the Higher Education Emergency Relief II (HEER II) Fund. Some students’ potential plans include saving all or a portion of the money, paying bills, or sending the money home to assist their family. Tiffany Mukundi, a…