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Friday, October 25th, 2024
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Clarke County Sheriff's Office is hosting a fall festival with activities like a haunted house and hay rides, also offering a free hot dog dinner to strengthen community relations. WUGA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Athens-Clarke County Police Department and multiple agencies conducted post-meeting vehicle checkpoints, leading to five arrests and various traffic violations. The Red & Black
- ➤ A man reported alleged harassment by the Danielsville Police, a woman was scammed by individuals impersonating Wells Fargo representatives, and a wallet was stolen in front of a Chick-fil-A in Athens, GA. The Red & Black
- ➤ Ismael Tapia-Marquez begins a 15-year prison sentence for shooting two people in downtown Athens, with his brother, Israel, receiving probation for related charges. Classic City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jittery Joe's celebrates its 30th anniversary with collaborations including a new coffee release with musician Jason Isbell and a special roast beer by Terrapin Brewing, alongside an event featuring food, music, and activities in Athens. Athens Banner-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The UGA Athletic Department's budget cuts have significantly limited the Georgia Redcoat Band's performances at games, impacting team spirit and fan experience. Classic City News
- ➤ UGA's enrollment increased by 3.6%, leading to new construction projects to accommodate growth and effort to minimize student debt while improving career prospects. WUGA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Melinda Lord, with over 20 years of experience, has been appointed as the Director of Athens-Clarke County's Housing and Community Development Department to oversee federal funds for various community initiatives. WUGA
- ➤ District Attorney Deborah Gonzalez and challenger Kalki Yalamanchili debate their visions on reform, competency, and their approach to tackling violent crimes and substance abuse issues in candidate forums. Flagpole
- ➤ The Athens-Clarke County Elections Department announces schedule for processing and tabulating absentee and advance votes for the November 5, 2024 election. Athens-Clarke County
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