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Baseball Recap: Jefferson falls despite strong effort from Kendall Bell
Jefferson was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their 15th straight loss. They fell just short of the Spirit Lake Indians by a score of 8-7. Kendall Bell was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a...
After Latest Visit, Georgia Lineman 'Loves' Clemson
High school athletes from near and far made the trek to Clemson last month for Dabo Swinney's high school camp. One of those was 2027 OL Carter Mathis (Gainesville, GA), who was attending camp for the very (...)
Calendar Pick: Leigh Ellis Opening Reception
Local artist Leigh Ellis’ most recent collection of watercolor paintings, “Time on Earth,” has found its rightful home at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. The works in the collection explore time through the eyes of a naturalist, with circular arrangements of the subjects mimicking that of a clock, reflecting cycles and seasons of nature. Birds are a motif in the collection, flying, colliding and entwining with each other and other natural imagery. Ellis has been painting and teaching in Athens for 25 years, but began her career 30 years ago as a biological illustrator after receiving her MS degree in biology. The crossover between art and science that characterizes her career path is evident in her award-winning artworks, which have been displayed in exhibits across the country, from Hawaii to Georgia.
Georgia QB Carson Beck has interesting take on the Heisman Trophy
Georgia quarterback Carson Beck is expected to be one of the best quarterbacks in the country in 2024.He threw for 3,941 yards and 24 touchdowns with just six interceptions in 2023, which was his first year in Kirby Smart's system. He now has another offseason under his belt and there's a real expectation that he'll be able to take the step from great to elite in 2024.That's, at least, what UGA is hoping for as the Bulldogs look to get back to championship football. Beck will need to be one of the top quarterbacks in the nation and if so,...
Local Banker Earns Banking School Diploma
Shea Campbell with First National Bank in Bainbridge has graduated from the Georgia Banking School. The graduation ceremony took place May 3 at the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Hotel in Athens, GA. During the three-year program, graduates complete an annual one-week residence session at the University of Georgia in Athens and […] The post Local Banker Earns Banking School Diploma appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Georgia Court of Appeals denies DA's motion to dismiss Athens man's complaint
The Georgia Court of Appeals has denied an appeal by Western Circuit District Attorney Deborah Gonzales who sought to dismiss a suit filed in 2023 that alleged she was not complying with state law in regards to carrying out her responsibilities as an elected prosecutor. The decision was released Monday.
'A rising tide lifts all boats': New state law aims to help marriage and family therapists moving to Georgia
MACON, Ga. — Governor Brian Kemp signed over 700 bills into law on Monday, including one that has special significance for workers in Central Georgia. Senate Bill 373 speeds up the process for therapists moving to Georgia to get their license to practice, which has been a struggle for many workers recently.
The Georgia Chronicles: The Saga of The Georgia State Flag
The state flag of Georgia has undergone multiple transformations since its inception, each change reflecting the state’s shifting political and social landscape. The story of Georgia’s flag is one marked by controversy, public outcry, and legislative battles, culminating in two significant redesigns in the early 2000s. Early Designs.
The Plant Center: A nexus for plant research at UGA
The University of Georgia Plant Center is a collection of faculty and scientists from across multiple campuses who share common interests in plant science. From basic science in plant biology and genomics to highly applied projects in genetics and plant breeding, researchers run the gamut of plant-based research. More than...
ACC Publishes List of Short-Term Rentals Protected by Sunset Clause
Short-term rental owners in Athens-Clarke County can see if their properties have been identified as legal non-conforming rentals under a new ordinance. In February, the Athens-Clarke County Government regulations for short-term rentals. STRs are properties rented out for less than 31 days at a time, often on sites like VRBO and Airbnb.
Getting to the roots of climate solutions
As responses to climate change move toward adaptive solutions, plant genetics research faculty at the University of Georgia are seeking plant-based solutions. Some of these colleagues – from across campus, within and beyond the Franklin College – conduct studies at the cellular level, while others investigate plants as whole organisms. Still others are exploring how epigenetics shape entire ecosystems. And while a number of UGA geneticists prioritize fundamental discovery, others are partnering with breeders or with industry to bring new crops and plant-based products to market:
Trump immunity ruling could shatter Georgia RICO case
The Supreme Court‘s ruling this week that presidents have some immunity from criminal prosecution came in response to arguments Donald Trump made about his case in Washington, D.C., but the decision could also dramatically affect the former president’s case in Georgia. The high court ruled that a lower court judge will have to sift through Trump’s federal election interference […]
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