Athens News Matters

Athens News Matters: Social Distancing and the Local Service Economy

WUGA | By Alexia Ridley
Published March 20, 2020 at 1:39 PM EDT
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While national, state and local leaders are encouraging citizens to stay at home, that could present significant problems for Athens' economy, which relies heavily on the service industry. 

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Alexia Ridley
Alexia Ridley joined WUGA as Television and Radio News Anchor and Reporter in 2013. When WUGA TV concluded operations, she became the primary Reporter for WUGA Radio. Alexia came to Athens from Macon where she served as the News Director and show host for WGXA TV. She's a career journalist and Savannah native hailing from the University of Michigan. However, Alexia considers herself an honorary UGA DAWG!
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