Emma Auer
Producer: Athens News Matters-
For some rural Georgia towns, revitalization starts with looking to the past. -
Today on Athens News Matters, Athens-Clarke County Mayor Girtz on proposing a budget during an uncertain economy. Plus, how Georgia taxpayers help former foster kids afford an education.
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Today on the Georgia Health Report, we're approaching the May 14th deadline for Governor Brian Kemp to sign or veto legislation passed by state lawmakers this year. -
Hundreds of Georgia youths turn 18 and exit the foster system each year. Left without a support system, most of these young adults end up living in chronic poverty. -
Nonprofits and agencies affiliated with local government presented their budget requests to Athens-Clarke County’s mayor and commission last week. -
A garden where medicinal plants from places like the Caribbean, Mexico, and South and Central America grow is now home to the Three Sisters. -
Today on Athens News Matters, the new initiative that will provide job training to young adults impacted by the justice system. Plus, one reporter’s insights into the state of public healthcare today.
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The grant will help fund a new program that provides skill training to young adults impacted by the legal system living in the Athens-area. -
A University of Georgia chemistry professor, Dr Gregory Robinson, has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, an organization founded over 200 years ago. -
Ten Agencies and nonprofits with ties to local government plan to ask for an additional million dollars compared to last year’s budget.
