Athens News Podcast

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  • Summary

  • Listen to the Athens News Podcast! Stay informed, stay connected. Our podcast is your go-to source for the latest happenings in Athens-Clarke County, Georgia. Whether you're a resident, a business owner, a parent, or just curious about what's shaping our community, we bring you the top stories, local insights, and interviews that matter. Tune in twice a week to be in the know about everything in Athens-Clarke County, all in a quick and convenient 15-minute format. Join us on 'Athens-Clarke County News Podcast' and stay engaged with your community

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Episodes
  • Athens-Clarke County Cast: Bed Bugs in the Courthouse & Major Upgrades at Athens Academy
    Jul 30 2024

    Hello and welcome to the Athens-Clarke County Cast, one of Feedspot’s Top 20 Georgia News Podcasts. I’m Melissa Carter. In today's episode, we'll dive into the latest headlines impacting our community, brought to you by Drake Realty.

    Athens News:

    • Courthouse Reopens Post Bed Bug Infestation: The Athens-Clarke County Courthouse has reopened this week after dealing with a bed bug infestation that closed three levels for treatment. This isn't the first time—the courthouse faced a similar issue back in February 2023. From 11 Alive.
    • Athens Academy Construction Boom: Athens Academy is undergoing $4.5 million worth of significant construction and infrastructure improvements, including renovations to Erwin Hall and a new tennis center. Despite the ongoing construction, their summer programs saw record enrollment. From the Red & Black.
    • St. Mary's Hospital Recognized: U.S. News & World Report has named St. Mary’s Hospital among the 2024-25 Best Hospitals for high performance in heart attack, stroke, and hip and knee replacement. This marks the hospital's second consecutive year of recognition. From the Athens Banner-Herald.

    UGA Sports:

    • Legal Troubles for Bulldog Player: Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Rodarius "Rara" Thomas faces serious legal issues, including charges of second-degree cruelty to children and family violence battery. He remains in custody without bond and is suspended from the team. From Fox 5.

    Tune in for detailed coverage and insights on these stories and more, right here on the Athens-Clarke County Cast!

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    Chapters

    00:00 Bedbug Infestation at Athens-Clarke County Courthouse
    03:31 Genetics and Vegetarian Diets
    04:49 Expansion of Normaltown Brewing
    06:13 Remodeling of Hilton Garden into Marriott Courtyard

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    8 mins
  • Athens-Clarke County Cast: Demolition of Clark Middle School
    Jul 27 2024

    In this episode of Athens-Clarke County Cast, Melissa Carter covers top stories including federal drug trafficking charges, old school demolition, road improvements, and a local cinema closure. Also discussed are liquor law violations at UGA, a Georgia Bulldogs player's injury, and a new trail from Athens to Savannah. Sponsored by a real estate company and Athens Technical College.

    Chapters

    00:00 Man Faces Federal Drug Trafficking Charges
    03:10 Closure of Beachwood Cinemas
    04:03 Liquor Law Violations at the University of Georgia
    04:20 Injury to Key Player on Georgia Bulldogs Football Team
    04:47 Groundbreaking of Athens-Savannah Trail
    05:11 Advertisements for Real Estate Company and Athens Technical College

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    8 mins
  • Athens-Clarke County Cast: New Security Measures & Community Updates
    Jul 23 2024

    Welcome to the latest episode of the Athens-Clarke County Cast, hosted by Melissa Carter. Named one of Feedspot's Top 20 Georgia News Podcasts, we bring you essential local news and updates. In this episode, we cover:

    • New security measures at Athens-Clarke County City Hall
    • The grand opening of the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia’s new facility
    • A major rezoning request for a development project on Atlanta Highway
    • UGA's new campus safety measures
    • Former Bulldog Ladd McConkey's groundbreaking NFL deal

    Tune in for these stories and more, brought to you by Drake Realty. Stay informed about your community with the Athens-Clarke County Cast.

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    Chapters

    00:00 New Security Measures at Athens-Clarke County City Hall
    01:33 Major Rezoning Request in Athens
    03:46 UGA Introduces New Campus Safety Measures
    04:10 Former Bulldog Signs NFL Deal
    04:39 The Tree That Owns Itself in Athens
    06:01 Achievements at Athens Technical College

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    8 mins

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