Madison County
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Athens-Clarke County
CDC Releases New Report to Stop Women from Drinking
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a new report Tuesday linking women who are alcohol users, sexually active, and not on birth control to an increased risk of disabilities in pregnancies. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism says “although drinking is illegal for anyone under…
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Athens-Clarke County
Solarize Athens Works to Provide Affordable Energy
ATHENS, Ga. – Solarize Athens officially welcomed its first home with solar panels installed by its program on Monday, February 1, 2016. The Solarize campaign works hand in hand with a federal solar tax credit that can give Athens residents, businesses, government entities, and non-profits the opportunity to use solar…
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Madison County
New Bypass in Madison County Leaves Local Elementary School Concerned
By Jane Mo A new bypass is under construction on state route 72 to ease traffic. However, Madison county residents and officials are concerned that the new intersection does not acknowledge the potential for pedestrian accidents. Parents like Felicia Scarborough are especially concerned that these accidents would involve their children…
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Madison County
Grady Newsource Profile: Danielsville Volunteer Fire Chief Marc Perry
By Danielle Herman Forty-four years. That’s how long one local firefighter has been volunteering his time to support his community. Danielsville fire chief Marc Perry has been with the Madison county station since its beginning, and has helped bring his service to qualify as one of the finest in the…
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Barrow County
Stories to Watch: Dec. 2
Gang Violence: Reporter Lana Harris investigates the impact of a growing gang problem in Northeast Georgia that left an innocent bystander dead in Madison County. New App: Barrow County schools created a new application for parents, students and teachers to stay informed, have access to important resources…
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Education
Petition Process Allows Students to Get Diploma Without Passing Graduation Tests
By Jordynn Abernathy Madison County school officials want to get the word out about a law that could help unemployed teens get jobs. The Georgia House Bill 91 eliminates high school graduation tests as a requirement to graduate. In the past, students who passed their classes and failed the graduation test were not given…
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Athens-Clarke County
Northeast Georgia Upcoming County Meetings
By Jordynn Abernathy Here are upcoming government meetings around Northeast Georgia this week: ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY November 3oth: Mayor and Commissioner Meeting @ 5:30 p.m. December 1st: Board of Elections Meeting from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.; Mayor and Commissioner Meeting – Regular Session @ 7 p.m. December 2nd: Mayor and Commissioners Meeting – Site Selection…
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Athens-Clarke County
Stories to Watch: Nov. 30
-MARK RICHT: Richt stepped down as head coach of the Georgia Bulldogs football team on Sunday. Learn more about what’s next for Georgia football from live coverage from the Monday morning press conference and an in-depth look of how we got here. Here is a recap of the statement released by…
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Madison County
Shortage at Food Bank in Madison County
By Jordan Mecca Since 1992, the shelves at Madison County Food Bank have been filled by donation only. However, this year they will be filled thanks to a $5000 donation from the Madison County Board of Commissions. The food bank expects delivery of newly-ordered food tomorrow, Nov. 17.
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Madison County
Stories to Watch: Nov. 16
Paris attacks – Over 120 people died after ISIS members terrorized the city on Friday. A manhunt is on for a man believed to be a suspect in the attacks. ISIS threatened to attack Washington in a CNN video released this morning. Restaurant tipping – Joe’s Crab Shack is eliminating tipping from several locations…