Emma Auer
Producer: Athens News Matters-
Dr. Travis Smith is an Associate Professor of Agriculture and Applied Economics at the University of Georgia. He found that kids from all walks of life had healthier diets when they ate school-prepared lunches.
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Members of the Athens-Clarke County Commission’s Government Operations Committee and government staff met Monday to review the short-term rental, or STR, ordinance passed in February.
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After several years of historic surpluses in the state budget, Georgia lawmakers may have fewer dollars in the state’s coffers next year.
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Earlier this week, WUGA’s Emma Auer sat down with Michael Eberhart, a funeral services professional who is also running for County Coroner as a Democrat.
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Today on Athens News Matters, we speak with candidates for County Coroner to discover what the role’s responsibilities include. Plus, we’ll hear about how one organization advocates for the inclusion of Athens’ Latinx community in local politics.
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According to its latest financial report, the Clarke County School District is in good financial health.
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Earlier this week, WUGA’s Emma Auer also sat down with Jason Jacobs, a local entrepreneur who is running against Melissa Link for District 2 Commissioner.
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Melissa Link is the current County Commissioner representing District 2. She’s running for her seat again and sat down with WUGA’s Emma Auer to discuss her candidacy.
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Today on Athens News Matters, we hear from Melissa Link and Jason Jacobs, candidates for Athens-Clarke County Commission in District 2. Plus, the annual Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta is more than just a sporting event, it’s a valuable experience for UGA hospitality students.
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Republican lawmakers in Georgia recently passed a bill critics say will unfairly impact Democratic voters in the upcoming presidential election.