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Former juvenile probation officer convicted of violating oath of office in Madison County
A former state juvenile probation officer handling cases in Madison County was convicted of felony charges recently and ordered to spend time in a state prison. A Madison County Superior Court jury convicted Cortney Jean Gunter, 41, of felony theft by deception and violating her oath of office in a trial that ended on July 11.
Trump campaign field office opens in Athens
Trump Force 47, an official grassroots volunteer organization, opened a field office in Athens on Saturday, July 13, at 598 S. Milledge Ave. The office’s purpose is to train volunteers for former President Donald Trump’s presidential campaign and to encourage Athenians to vote in this November’s election.
"Movies by Moonlight" as Athens' Dudley Park Hosts Free Outdoor Screening of "Fantastic Mr. Fox"
The Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department is rolling out a free movie night under the stars with their "Movies by Moonlight" series. Set in the scenic earthen amphitheater of Dudley Park, the event promises to be a cozy community gathering, slated for Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the family-friendly time of 8:30 p.m. The feature presentation is none other than the charming stop-motion animated film "Fantastic Mr. Fox," according to the Leisure Services Department.
The B-52s to be 1st artists to perform at Athens Classic Center Arena
ATHENS, Ga. - Athens music legends The B-52s will be the first artists to play at the city's new Classic Center Arena. On Monday, the city announced that the legendary rock band would bring their hits like "Rock Lobster" and "Love Shack" to the arena on Saturday, Dec. 14. Indie band Of Montreal and DJ Cummerbund are set to be the opening acts.
Townley Attorney Asks Judge To Reverse Deannexation Decision Of North High Shoals; Town Counsel Asks Judge To Dismiss The Case
***Superior Court Judge Wants Time To Make Decision***. Oconee County Superior Court Judge H. Patrick Haggard said at the beginning of an hour-long hearing last week on the suit filed by the Townley Family Partnership LLLP against the Town of North High Shoals that he would not make a decision at the end of the session.
ACC has some federal pandemic relief money left, as the clock ticks to spend it
Athens-Clarke County commissioners are expected to get a briefing tonight on how much federal pandemic relief money remains in the county’s coffers. The money comes from the American Rescue Plan Act, or ARPA, signed into law by President Biden in March 2021. Under the law, ACC received some $57.5 million to spend in areas like workforce development, affordable housing, and youth programs.
Mother Lode Athens celebrates its first birthday
Mother Lode, one of Athens’ vintage markets, celebrated one-year of providing the Classic City with unique trinkets, vintage clothing, jewelry and furniture. Mother Lode Athens, along with another vintage store Bulldawg Revival, hosted the celebration with a pop-up market with vendors, drinks and food to commemorate the one year anniversary of the Mother Lode opening in July 2023.
Historic Athens responds to listing of UGA President’s House for sale
The University of Georgia President’s House, built in 1856, has been listed for sale, which has raised concerns from Historic Athens about the building’s future. The house, also known as the Grant-Hill-White-Bradshaw House, has served as the residence for seven UGA presidents since 1949 and was placed on Historic Athens' Places in Peril list in 2023.
Oscarville's Hidden History: How a Forsaken Town Under Lake Lanier Inspired Art and Academia
This is Athens News Matters. I'm Alexia Ridley. Lake Lanier is well-known as the site of mysterious deaths, but a lesser-known history is that of Oscarville, an abandoned town lying under the lake's surface. In the early 20th century, the town was at the center of an outbreak of racial violence that resulted in most Black residents of Forsyth County fleeing for their lives. Over the past several years, Oscarville has inspired several works of art. WUGA's Emma Auer sat down with Alan Spain and Sean Arrillaga, two members of the Nashville and New Orleans band Slow Motion Riders, to discuss their 2023 single "Oscarville," based on the town's tragic history. They were joined by Joshua Byrd, a professor of criminal justice and Atlanta native, who consulted for a 2022 miniseries about the town entitled "Oscarville: Below the Surface." Here's that conversation:
Athens, GA Officials Considering Changes to Trash Collection that Might End Options to Self-Haul
An Athens-Clarke County Commission committee is considering whether to recommend changes to trash collection in the area outside the old Athens city limits as an upcoming action item for the full commission. Those changes could see some residents in the county’s General Service District, formerly unincorporated Clarke County, lose their currently preferred private trash hauler. Additionally, the proposed changes could mean the end of self-hauling by residents who take their own household trash to the Athens-Clarke County landfill.
New Security Measures at Athens City Hall as Visitors Screened to Enter Weapon-Free Zone
Stepping into Athens City Hall now comes with an extra layer of security. As of yesterday, visitors need to pass through a newly implemented screening process. The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government, which includes the Mayor and Commission, inked the FY25 budget back in June, earmarking funds to transform City Hall into a weapon-free zone, mirroring the longstanding protocols of the Athens-Clarke County Courthouse. "As we implement these new measures, we ask that visitors who are attending public meetings or appointments plan ahead and allow additional time to enter City Hall," Central Services Director Andrew Saunders said in a statement, reflecting the anticipated adjustment period for residents.
Commissioners move ahead with changes to transportation sales tax plan
Athens-Clarke County commissioners moved ahead Tuesday night with a plan to revamp how the county funds some transportation projects. The changes would come to the county’s Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, or TSPLOST. That’s a one percent tax, approved by Clarke County voters, that funds a list of transportation improvements. The current TSPLOST is set to meet its revenue goal much earlier than expected, meaning that county voters will vote on the next one in May 2026 instead of November, as originally scheduled.
ACC Board of Elections to Consider Measure to Dissuade Voter Registration Challengers
The Athens-Clarke County Board of Elections met Monday afternoon to discuss changes to the procedures that deal with voter registration challenges. Several members of the board worried that excessive numbers of challenges would bog down their already beleaguered work force. Paving the Way for Voter Registration Challenges. In Georgia, voters...
Athens News Matters for July 13, 2024
Today on Athens News Matters, a Nashville and New Orleans-based band discusses the town below the surface of Lake Lanier that inspired their single, Oscarville. Lake Lanier is well-known as the site of mysterious deaths. A less well-known history is that of Oscarville, an abandoned town lying under the lake’s surface. In the early 20th century, the town was at the center of an outbreak of racial violence that resulted in most Black residents of Forsyth County fleeing for their lives.
BankSouth Watkinsville Market President Susan Bogardus Appointed to Mall Area TAD Advisory Committee by Mayor
BankSouth is proud to announce the appointment of our Watkinsville-Athens Market President, Susan Bogardus, to the Mall Area Tax Allocation District (TAD) Committee by the Mayor of Athens, Ga., Kelly Girtz. This appointment reflects her exceptional leadership, dedication to community development, and significant contributions to the local economy. The TAD...
Attorney Turns to UGA SBDC for Assistance to Establish Firm
After working in larger law firms for many years, Katrina Quicker was ready to start her own intellectual property law firm. She completed the requirements to establish her business as a limited liability company (LLC) but was unsure of her next steps. That’s when she turned to the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC). With help from the UGA SBDC, she put together a business plan, secured funding, identified a rental space and set up the business side of her firm. Since then, the firm has grown 25%, adding two attorneys and increasing its client load.
University of Georgia Farm Program Helps Veterans Transition to Agriculture
A University of Georgia outreach program is giving veterans a new start in agriculture. With the help of a $750,000 grant, the Farm Boot Camp will offer workshops on a monthly basis for free to veterans who want to learn about farming. The initiative formed by the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and the College of Family and Consumer Sciences aims to address the growing number of veterans seeking agricultural training.
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