Athens Today: From WUGA News

October 5, 2022: ACC Commissioners vote down quorum change

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Athens-Clarke County Commissioner Jesse Houle speaks at a mayor and commission meeting on October 4, 2022.

In brief: Commissioners defeat controversial rule change, delve into housing problems, and approve a $2.85 million land purchase — East Athens residents head to court over special election date — Environmental group raises alarm about water pollutants in GA waterways — Library to remain closed this week — Braves clinch with win over Marlins

Martin Matheny is WUGA's Program Director and a host and producer of our local news program 'Athens News Matters.' He started at WUGA in 2012 as a part-time classical music host and still hosts WUGA's longest-running local program 'Night Music' which is heard on WUGA and GPB Classical. He lives in Normaltown with his wife, Shaye and dog, Murphy.
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!