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A coordinated investigation by the Athens-Clarke County Police Department Gang Unit and the Northeast Georgia Regional Drug Task Force led to the seizure of 15 firearms, including six machine guns, more than 11 pounds of marijuana, and over $5,000 in cash.

New research from the University of Georgia reveals that medical marijuana could potentially be a substitute for opioids for people dealing with chronic or acute pain.

A majority of those polled support marijuana for medical uses.

In brief: ACC lawmakers hold budget retreat today — Georgia Senate GOP announces agenda — unemployment falls in Athens — growing number of Georgians support legalizing pot — report finds deficiencies in Georgia's tobacco laws

The final vote by the Georgia Access to Medical Marijuana Commission is a major step toward ending a seven year delay

The marathon five and a half hour meeting drew nearly two hours of public comment.

If passed, the new law would lower the penalty for possession of less than one ounce to $1.00

In brief: Fed appeals court gives restrictive abortion law the go-ahead; First Lady to visit Athens today; ACC marijuana ordinance set for vote on Aug 2; some county elections board continue to audit election results

The ordinance, which passed out of legislative review in early June, would amend the code of Athens Clarke County in regards to marijuana possession.

The Athens-Clarke County Police Department has issued a statement regarding temporary changes in procedures regarding Marijuana possession charges.…