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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Markavion Gresham is charged with two counts each of aggravated assault, reckless conduct, and possession of a firearm during the commission of certain felonies. -
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is launching an investigation into Ready to Register and other third-party organizations he says have mailed registration appeals to deceased and other ineligible individuals around the state. -
Monday kicks off Athens Restaurant Week.Dozens of area restaurants are participating in the annual event, featuring special prices and menus all week long. -
There are significant changes in store for the nonprofit organization Athens Parent Wellbeing, which supports mental health needs for parents and caregivers in northeast Georgia. -
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is launching an investigation into Ready to Register and other third-party organizations he says have mailed registration appeals to deceased and other ineligible individuals around the state. -
Americans are racking up debt at a significant rate and Georgians are among those struggling to pay on time. -
Mayor Girtz was inducted into the Georgia Municipal Government Hall of Fame during the GMA’s (Georgia Municipal Association) 2026 Annual Convention in Savannah. -
Today on Athens News Matters, Dexter Fisher on his upcoming term as Mayor of Athens. And, breaking the stigma around grieving a pet.
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The University of Georgia’s College of Engineering has received what they are describing as a historic commitment. -
On this past Election Day, June 16, 2026, ACC Commissioner Dexter Fisher made history by becoming the first Black mayor of Athens-Clarke County. He reflected on his win.
