Aimée Marcoux
News Reporter-
On November 18th, Jackson County’s Board of Commissioners will decide whether an Alabama-based company can move forward with a controversial mining project. -
Today on Athens News Matters, a UGA expert considers whether Georgia is still a swing state after this week’s election. Plus, the proposed rock quarry fueling opposition in Jackson County. -
Una iniciativa guiada por activistas locales y oficiales de elecion vapermitir votantes del condado Athens-Clarke que eligan una boleta en espanol o ingles. -
Today on Athens News Matters, how advocates are spreading the word about a language inclusivity initiative during this year’s election. Plus, a review of the measures on this year’s ballot.
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An initiative led by local advocates and election officials will allow Athens-Clarke County voters to choose a ballot in either Spanish or English.
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October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Parents who go through these tragedies often feel isolated and alone, but one Athens organization is working to help these parents be seen by their community. -
Today on Athens News Matters, a voice from Asheville, North Carolina describes the days after Hurricane Helene. Plus, how book bans brought a national organization to Athens.
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Avid Bookshop in Athens, Georgia, is known for stocking so-called “banned books.” So it should be no surprise that in mid-September, it hosted an author of banned publications for a community talk. -
In Treutlen County, Georgia, just a few hours south of Clarke County, farmers are dealing with the fallout of Hurricane Helene. -
On Wednesday, a 14 year-old opened fire at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia. For the community’s Latino population, this tragedy has had huge impacts.
