Alexia Ridley
News Director and ReporterAlexia 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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The Athens Pride and Queer Collective has never had a paid employee—until about two months ago. Elliot Williamson is both APQC’s first-ever staff member and executive director. -
The Faith of the Dreamer will premiere at the Macon Film Festival on Sunday, August 24th. -
Today on Athens News Matters, the first ever executive director of the Athens Pride and Queer Collective shares the moments in local history that most inspire him. Plus, the new documentary detailing one woman’s healing from the trauma of racism.
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During a Thursday work session, the Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission addressed the issue of affordable housing and the implementation of policies supporting the county’s strategic plan. -
The Athens-Clarke County Police Department is currently investigating a Peeping Tom incident that happened during the late evening hours of Tuesday, August 12 at an off-campus apartment complex. -
A reward is being offered in connection with the death of an Athens man. -
Pedestrians and cyclists will have to avoid the the East Campus Connector Bridge for the next several weeks. -
This year, the University of Georgia Performing Arts Center will celebrate its 30th anniversary. Nearly 40 artists will join the lineup, including acclaimed cellist Yo-Yo Ma. -
Today on Athens News Matters, the second annual Athens Film Festival kicks off next week.Plus, as more Georgians may lose health insurance in the coming months, the nonprofits offering free services.
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A new partnership is aimed at promoting financial literacy for Clarke County School District seniors.
