Athens Reporter

Oglethorpe County saw no change in number of sex offenders in February compared to the previous month, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

73 registered sex offenders live in Elbert County as of February

As of February, 73 of Georgia’s sex offenders live in Elbert County, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

West Jackson teacher honored with Robert E. Yager award for excellence in science education

Dr. Stephanie Westhafer, a first-grade teacher at West Jackson Elementary School, has been honored with the Robert E. Yager Excellence in Teaching Award by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA).

Jackson County: Medicaid dependency reached 1.8% in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 1.8% of income in Jackson County, providing an average of $978 per capita to residents.

Jackson County registered fewer sex offenders in February

According to the Registry, there was one less sex offender living in Jackson County in February compared to the previous month, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

Entertainment events this weekend in Athens Metro: Friday, March 28 - Sunday, March 30

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Athens Metro this weekend.

Athens community invited to provide input on future land use map updates

The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government (ACCGov) is set to conduct a series of public input events and offer survey opportunities throughout April in a bid to update Athens-Clarke County’s Future Land Use Map.

Applications open for LEAD Athens leadership program 2025-2026

Applications are now open for the 2025-2026 LEAD Athens program, an initiative led by the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce.

Madison County: 24.1% of income comes from government transfers, ranking 44th in Georgia

In 2022, government transfers made up 24.1% of income in Madison County—ranking it 44th least dependent among Georgia counties.

159 registered sex offenders live in Clarke County as of February

By Athens Reporter | Mar 26, 2025

Clarke County is home to 159 registered sex offenders as of February, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

1 gas station in cities throughout Elbert County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Mar. 15

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Elbert County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Madison County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Mar. 15

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Jackson County in week ending Mar. 15?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Local Government Meeting today in Athens Metro

Athens Metro City Council Meeting starting at 6 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Monsignor Donovan expands academic program to include middle school

Monsignor Donovan Catholic School has announced an expansion of its academic offerings to include 7th and 8th grades, starting in the 2025-2026 school year.

Athens YMCA announces $9.3M capital campaign on 168th anniversary

The Athens YMCA is set to celebrate its 168th anniversary on March 26, 2025, with the announcement of a $9.3 million capital campaign aimed at enhancing its facilities and programs to meet the community's changing needs.

Clarke County: Medicaid made up 3% of total income in 2022