Commissioner Myers worries for future of some public projects after budget passage
The Athens-Clarke County Commission passed a controversial budget last month to guide government spending this year. Some residents objected to its use of funds generated by a local sales tax.
Commissioner Carol Myers of Clarke County’s 8th District proposed a rival version of the budget last month, which failed. I sat down with her to discuss her thoughts about the document that passed, and what she would have changed.
We look forward to hosting Commissioner Mike Hamby to discuss his budget in a later episode.
Hot Corner Festival introduces the entrepreneurs of the future
The Hot Corner Festival celebrated its 25th anniversary in June, featuring food vendors, live music, and local business pop-ups. But tucked away in the designated kids' corner, entrepreneurial spirits were running wild.
In Buenos Aires, UGA students prepare for bilingual careers
For many college students, studying abroad is a high point in their education, when they get to immerse themselves in a new culture. University of Georgia students studying in Buenos Aires, Argentina this summer got the chance to do this—not simply by taking classes, but by working as interns. I accompanied them on this trip, and bring you a story about students—used to the streets of Athens—exploring this South American society.
Georgia professor, students launch PR team for Georgia films
Georgia-produced films are nothing new, but thanks to a generous tax credit for filmmakers, it’s been widely noted that the Peach State has become an alternative to Hollywood in recent years. Earlier this year, a University of Georgia professor and a small group of students banded together to promote Georgia-produced films.
I sat down with Dr. David Clementson, a professor of public relations at the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, who led the team, along with a student on his team, Annabelle Payne. They discussed the strategies they used to get one Georgia film to a wider audience. Here’s our conversation.
