Athens Reporter

Around 49% of students enrolled in Barrow County School District public schools identified as white in the 2022-23 school year.

Registered Sex Offenders: 164 living in Clarke County as of week ending June 1

There were 164 registered sex offenders living in Clarke County as of the week ending June 1, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Elbert County in week ending June 1?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Elbert County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

Leisure Services seeks public input for new master plan development

Leisure Services has initiated the development of a new master plan and is seeking public input. Residents are encouraged to share their thoughts online at www.accgov.com/activateathens or in person at various scheduled sessions.

Athens-Clarke County releases annual drinking water quality report

The Athens-Clarke County Public Utilities Department (PUD) has announced the availability of the Drinking Water Quality Report, also known as the Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). This document provides detailed information on local drinking water quality throughout 2023. It underscores PUD’s commitment to transparency and public health by assuring residents that their water is safe to drink directly from the faucet.

Athens-Clarke County announces first increase in stormwater fees since 2005

As of July 1, 2024, the Athens-Clarke County stormwater utility fee for properties will increase for the first time since its implementation in 2005. This adjustment aims to provide more sustainable, long-term funding for stormwater infrastructure. The stormwater utility fee is designated exclusively for stormwater programs, which include repairing and replacing old or failed culverts on Olympic Drive, Barber Street, and Athena Drive.

Enrollment Analysis: Multiracial students comprised 6% of Barrow County School District's student body during 2022-23 school year

There were 858 multiracial students enrolled in Barrow County School District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Georgia Department of Education.

June 1: 197 registered sex offenders living in Barrow County

According to the Registry, 197 of Georgia’s sex offenders live in Barrow County as of the week ending June 1, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

3,575 Hispanic students enrolled in Barrow County School District schools in 2022-23 school year

There were 3,575 Hispanic students enrolled in Barrow County School District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Georgia Department of Education.

20 registered sex offenders live in Oconee County as of May

There are 20 registered sex offenders living in Oconee County as of May, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

Planning Director Brad Griffin announces retirement after decades-long service

Athens-Clarke County Unified Government (ACCGov) Planning Director Brad Griffin has announced his retirement, effective June 7, 2024. ACCGov Manager Blaine Williams has appointed Assistant Director Bruce Lonnee as interim director while a national search is conducted to find a permanent replacement.

1 gas station in cities throughout Elbert County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending June 1

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Elbert County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Athens Reporter area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Athens Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

How many Black students were enrolled in Barrow County School District schools in 2022-23 school year?

There were 2,145 Black students enrolled in Barrow County School District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Georgia Department of Education.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jackson County in week ending June 1?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

Barrow County School District Education: 715 Asian students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

There were 715 Asian students enrolled in Barrow County School District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Georgia Department of Education.

2021 has 7.6% of Elbert County residents unemployed

The unemployment rate in Elbert County hit 7.6% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

Oglethorpe County is home to 55 registered sex offenders as of week ending May 25

There were 55 registered sex offenders living in Oglethorpe County as of the week ending May 25, according to the Georgia Sex Offender Registry.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Elbert County in week ending May 25?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Elbert County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

20 registered sex offenders live in Oconee County as of week ending May 25