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Today on Athens News Matters, the importance of taking care of Ukraine’s pets orphaned by the war.
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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.
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Today on Athens News Matters, outgoing County Manager Blaine Williams on his departure and what keeps local government going during tough times. Parting words from the departing county manager.
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Today on Athens News Matters, District 6 Commissioner Jesse Houle sits down to discuss the county budget, including how the new firefighters’ union may effect government operations.
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Today on Athens News Matters, Clarke County Board of Education member Tim Denson joins us to discuss why the district’s budget may increase by nearly 10%, and more.
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Today on Athens News Matters, we’ll meet with Kirrena Gallagher, candidate for Board of Education in District 2, where we’ll discuss what she admires about the school district, and more.
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Today on Athens News Matters, we’ll speak with Sidney Waters, candidate for county commissioner in District 8, about her views on Athens-Clarke County’s status as a so-called “sanctuary city,” and more.
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Today on Athens News Matters, current District 8 Commissioner Carol Myers discusses the issues she wants to focus on if re-elected. Plus, we’ll hear from a lawyer about how a new law will help ensure healthy living conditions for Georgia renters.
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Today on Athens News Matters: Athens is growing…a lot. We’ll talk about how current Athenians can impact the way the city develops. Plus, we’ll hear from candidates for county tax commissioner about their qualifications.
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Today on Athens News Matters, we speak with candidates for County Sheriff, who will discuss their plans to increase the salaries of sheriff’s deputies. Plus, we’ll hear from a local author about her new novel, which tells the story of a talented Irishman exiled from his home in the late 19th century.
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Today on Athens News Matters, we speak with candidates for County Coroner to discover what the role’s responsibilities include. Plus, we’ll hear about how one organization advocates for the inclusion of Athens’ Latinx community in local politics.
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Today on Athens News Matters, we hear from Melissa Link and Jason Jacobs, candidates for Athens-Clarke County Commission in District 2. Plus, the annual Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta is more than just a sporting event, it’s a valuable experience for UGA hospitality students.