A controversial homelessness prevention plan heads for a vote next week. We’ll talk to ACC Commissioner Melissa Link about the plan and the controversy surrounding it.Plus, diaper need affects thousands of children in Clarke County – and the Athens Diaper Bank is trying to help.

Today on Athens News Matters, some commissioners were skeptical of a plan to prevent and reduce homelessness at a meeting this week. We’ll get the pros, the cons, and the details from ACC Commissioner Mike Hamby. Plus, the Taylor-Grady House gets a new name and an expanded mission. Those stories are just ahead on Athens News Matters - stay tuned.

Today on Athens News Matters, some commissioners were skeptical of a plan to prevent and reduce homelessness at a meeting this week. We’ll get the pros, the cons, and the details from ACC Commissioner Mike Hamby. Plus, the Taylor-Grady House gets a new name and an expanded mission. Those stories are just ahead on Athens News Matters - stay tuned.

Today on Athens News Matters, with a proposed plan to help address homelessness on the table, ACC officials are looking for public input. We’ll meet the creator of a new podcast focused on small acts of kindness – coming up on Athens News Matters. Stay tuned.

Today on Athens News Matters, ACC Mayor Kelly Girtz joins mayors from across the state in asking state lawmakers for gun reform. Plus, COVID cases are rising – what we need to know about the late summer uptick – along with Chattahoochee River health impacts.

Today on Athens News Matters, the Clarke County School District gets a thumbs up from its accrediting agency – what that means for the district going forward. Plus, ACC Commissioner Carol Myers discusses affordable housing.

Today on Athens News Matters, Classic Center Director Paul Cramer on the latest developments in the saga of the Classic Center Arena.Plus, helping humans grieve for lost pets. Those stories and more, coming up on Athens News Matters.

A new report makes recommendations to beef up affordable housing in Athens. Plus, a loophole in a federal program that is hurting kids’ nutrition.

Clarke County School Superintendent Dr. Robbie Hooker evaluates test scores, the new school year, and the future of community school organizers. Plus, could pet licenses be coming to Athens Clarke County?

Today on Athens News Matters, the Classic Center Arena is facing new challenges, bald eagle populations are soaring, and new signs warning the public about the effects of smoking.