Tag: public safety

Mayor Kelly Girtz Criticizes Loss of Federal Government Grants to Reduce Violence

Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz demanded that grants rescinded by the U.S. Department of ...

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Athens Implements North Thomas Street Crosswalk, Public Safety Measures

Athens-Clarke County will add a pedestrian crossing on North Thomas Street near The Classic ...

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Athens Mayor: No New Developments Regarding Drug-Related Inmate Deaths

There are no new developments in the investigations regarding the deaths of four inmates ...

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Officer Seth Jones arrives at the scene of a collision between a vehicle and a UGA bus on February 16, 2022 in Athens, GA. (Photo/Eloise Cappelletti)

Vehicular-Pedestrian Deaths Are Growing Concern in Athens

Catherine Shinholser, a teacher at Chase Street Elementary School and regular runner in Athens ...

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The pandemic is going to change the way we think forever. Amanda Regan spoke with Sheriff Scott Berry at the Oconee County Sheriff’s department about how they’re continuing to protect their community.

Shelter-in-Place Due To Coronavirus Causes Decreasing Crime Rates in Oconee County

COVID-19 has caused a lot of problems, but one result that’s not so bad ...

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Damsel in Defense Director, ACC Detective Share Tips to Keep Local Residents Safe

Christy Dove is a former firefighter who has dedicated her livelihood to educating women ...

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Watkinsville Police Department Seeks Input for Possible Changes

The city of Watkinsville is currently working with its citizens to address concerns about ...

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Georgia State Troopers Report Staff Shortage

  The Department of Public Safety has a shortage of Georgia State Patrol troopers. ...

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