Emma Auer
Senior Content ProducerEmma Auer is an award-winning reporter who joined WUGA as a full-time producer in 2024. She is also a graduate student in UGA's Romance Languages Department, studying French and Spanish. She covers the breadth of Northeast Georgia stories, from Athens City Hall to Winterville farmers' markets. Emma's work has also been heard on Georgia Public Broadcasting.
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The U.S. Postal Service hosted a dedication ceremony in Athens for the new Forever Stamps that showcase the work of Athenian quiltmaker Harriet Powers. -
The Athens-Clarke County mayor and commission met for a work session to determine whether public sewer lines could be extended into northern parts of the county. -
Today on Athens News Matters, a longtime friend remembers beloved community member and UGA English professor Coleman Barks.
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Frog calls are a common sound in Georgia and across the South during the spring and summer. Usually, these vocal amphibians are heard and not seen. -
Coleman Barks was a beloved community member in Athens. He joined the Department of English at the University of Georgia in 1967 and gained international renown for his translations of the 13th century Persian poet Rumi. -
Coming up on the Georgia Health Report, federal and state laws try to ensure that mental health care is covered by insurers the same way physical health is covered. -
In-person early voting in the election will continue until May 15th, with election day on May 19th. -
Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz submitted a budget to the Commission for review on Friday. The General Fund Budget totals $212.5 million for Operating and Capital Expenses, over $10 million more than last year’s budget.
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Today on Athens News Matters, Edward Tolley is running for the commission seat in District 7 of Athens-Clarke County. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes angle of one Athens restaurant.
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We’ve all heard the term social media influencer. But now, the people all over our screens selling products or showing their lifestyles are getting their due in academia.
