Local group makes 11,500 masks for those in need
The demand for protective masks has been higher than the supply, but the gap is smaller now with the efforts of one local mask making group.
The demand for protective masks has been higher than the supply, but the gap is smaller now with the efforts of one local mask making group.
UGA wants you to submit your coronavirus stories for a digital archive
Archivists and historians at the University of Georgia libraries have asked Georgians to submit their coronavirus experiences.
Archivists and historians at the University of Georgia libraries have asked Georgians to submit their coronavirus experiences.
Georgia chalk artist creates mural in memory of Ahmaud Arbery
A chalk artist in Athens, Georgia, created a mural in memory of Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old black man who was killed while running in February and whose death has sparked protests against racial violence.
A chalk artist in Athens, Georgia, created a mural in memory of Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old black man who was killed while running in February and whose death has sparked protests against racial violence.
Group raises $60k to help immigrant families pay bills, buy groceries
Americans began receiving government-issued stimulus checks in April, but one group didn’t -- undocumented immigrants.
Americans began receiving government-issued stimulus checks in April, but one group didn’t -- undocumented immigrants.
Sketch, surveillance images released of person of interest in violent Athens home invasion
Police say a 21-year-old female UGA student was attacked from behind by a home invader and lost consciousness.
Police say a 21-year-old female UGA student was attacked from behind by a home invader and lost consciousness.
Athens Farmers Market to reopen Saturday with restrictions
After about a month of ordering take out and foregoing haircuts, Georgians returned to somewhat normal habits last week.
After about a month of ordering take out and foregoing haircuts, Georgians returned to somewhat normal habits last week.
Athens commissioner calls for release of inmates during coronavirus pandemic
Jails across the U.S. have been hit hard by the coronavirus. Fortunately, no positive cases have been reported at the Athens-Clarke County Jail. But one county commissioner is demanding the release of certain inmates out of health concerns.
Jails across the U.S. have been hit hard by the coronavirus. Fortunately, no positive cases have been reported at the Athens-Clarke County Jail. But one county commissioner is demanding the release of certain inmates out of health concerns.
99-year-old Georgia woman knits face masks
A 99-year-old Bogart woman is a silent hero.
A 99-year-old Bogart woman is a silent hero.
Georgia beer named after virus expert Fauci enjoys a 2nd run
The thirst for the beer named after Dr. Anthony Fauci continues to grow.
The thirst for the beer named after Dr. Anthony Fauci continues to grow.
Here's how one Athens initiative hopes to flatten the curve of economic losses
Health officials want to flatten the curve of coronavirus cases, but other organizations hope to flatten the curve of economic losses for local restaurants.
Health officials want to flatten the curve of coronavirus cases, but other organizations hope to flatten the curve of economic losses for local restaurants.
UGA survey shows majority of Georgians disapprove of reopening businesses
A University of Georgia survey conducted late this month reveals a large majority of Georgians disapprove of Governor Brian Kemp’s decision to reopen certain businesses.
A University of Georgia survey conducted late this month reveals a large majority of Georgians disapprove of Governor Brian Kemp’s decision to reopen certain businesses.
Former 'Top Chef' judge explains why he won't be reopening his Atlanta, Athens restaurants
Monday, restaurants across the state unlocked their doors and turned on their “open” signs after Gov. Brian Kemp announced he would allow some businesses to reopen.
Monday, restaurants across the state unlocked their doors and turned on their “open” signs after Gov. Brian Kemp announced he would allow some businesses to reopen.
Georgia officer injured after suspected drunk driver dragged her down road
A Sunday night encounter with a suspected drunk driver and an Athens-Clarke County Police officer led to the officer suffering an injury and the suspect facing numerous charges.
A Sunday night encounter with a suspected drunk driver and an Athens-Clarke County Police officer led to the officer suffering an injury and the suspect facing numerous charges.
Rural Georgia university students seek pass/fail grading option due to Wi-Fi challenges
Universities are finishing out the school year with digital learning, but for college students living in rural parts of the state, the lack of reliable internet has put a strain on their workload.
Universities are finishing out the school year with digital learning, but for college students living in rural parts of the state, the lack of reliable internet has put a strain on their workload.
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos gives large donation to local food bank
One million in less than a month is how much the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia has raised to feed North Georgians.
One million in less than a month is how much the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia has raised to feed North Georgians.
COVID-19 testing on wheels: Mobile clinic offers testing in Athens
Access to COVID-19 testing has been slow to expand in the U.S. but one Northeast Georgia clinic is trying to fill the gap.
Access to COVID-19 testing has been slow to expand in the U.S. but one Northeast Georgia clinic is trying to fill the gap.
'Twin Angels' feed Georgia community
Neighbors helping neighbors is the motto a pair of twin sisters from Athens live by every day.
Neighbors helping neighbors is the motto a pair of twin sisters from Athens live by every day.
Georgia pharmacists separate coronavirus fact from fiction
It can be hard to separate fact from fiction surrounding the coronavirus. But two pharmacists are seeking to do just that, debunk false information.
It can be hard to separate fact from fiction surrounding the coronavirus. But two pharmacists are seeking to do just that, debunk false information.
UGA employee receives round of applause leaving hospital after recovering from COVID-19
A University of Georgia employee was met with a standing ovation as he headed home after a weeks-long fight with COVID-19.
A University of Georgia employee was met with a standing ovation as he headed home after a weeks-long fight with COVID-19.
Athens government questions DPH reporting on coronavirus deaths
It’s been eight days since 10 deaths were reported at one Athens nursing home. Yet the local government is still left with unanswered questions.
It’s been eight days since 10 deaths were reported at one Athens nursing home. Yet the local government is still left with unanswered questions.