Month: November 2015
2015 Hunger Bowl
The fall season brings an increased need for food donations in order to provide less fortunate families the chance to have hearty holiday meals. The Food Bank of Northeast Georgia’s […]
Local woman reuses computer parts to make art
Susie Burch has been painting for 20 years. She owns an art studio on North Chase Street where anyone can come to see her work. Burch decided to participate in […]
Hunger Bowl 2015
By Jane Mo Churches, schools, and businesses are coming together for one purpose this holiday season: 222,000 pounds of food. The two and a half week friendly competition known as “The Hunger […]
Points in your Pocket
An app that has been on the rise throughout this semester, and particularly at the University of Georgia, is an app called Pocket Points. With Pocket Points, a student can […]
Community organizations provide support, encouragement for veterans
By Cameron Martinez Celebrations of veterans took place across Athens Wednesday to commemorate some of America’s heroes. But for many organizations in Athens, Veterans Day isn’t the only time during the year when […]
Alexander Contreras
Some people know very early on what they want to do with their lives. Alexander “Xander” Contreras is not one of those people. From Biology to Graphic Design to Theater, Alexander […]
New Opportunity Zones Could Attract Buisness
By Ariel Pinsky Athens, GA — Last Friday the plan for five new Opportunity Zones were released by Athens-Clarke County. According to the ACC, these zones are considered local redevelopment areas […]
New Recycling Center CHaRM to Increase Recycling in ACC
By: Alexander Contreras In honor of National Recycling Week, the Athens Clarke County Solid Waste Department opened a new recycling center on November 9th. The facility is called the Center for […]