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Athens pedestrian killed by car on Winterville Road

Athens pedestrian killed by car on Winterville Road

The Red & Black — A 38-year-old woman was struck and killed by a car on Winterville Road on Sept. 27, according to an Athens-Clarke County press release. Leona Englert was walking westbound in the westbound lane of Winterville Road when a 1993 Honda Accord struck her around 10:30 p.m, according to police.
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Athens Deputy Police Chief resigns, last day set for early October

Athens Deputy Police Chief resigns, last day set for early October

The Red & Black — Deputy Chief Justin Gregory of the Athens-Clarke County Police Department submitted his resignation on Friday, Sept. 21, just eight days after the involuntary resignation of Scott Freeman as police chief. Gregory said his resignation was completely voluntary and simply a "life decision," considering it a retirement from law enforcement to pursue other avenues.
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Athens car dealership to bar employees from wearing Nike apparel at work

Athens car dealership to bar employees from wearing Nike apparel at work

The Red & Black — A letter given to employees of Acura & Volvo of Athens has sparked controversy for informing employees that Nike apparel would no longer be allowed on the premises of the dealership. "Effective October 1, 2018, wearing any Nike apparel (including shoes) will not be allowed on the premises of Acura & Volvo of Athens.
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HOPE for Dreamers: Local DACA recipients seek higher education

HOPE for Dreamers: Local DACA recipients seek higher education

The Red & Black — As a longtime Athens resident, Aldo spent his whole life watching University of Georgia students attend classes, something he may never be able to do. Aldo, a Dreamer, or recipient of the federal Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, doesn't have the luxury of searching for colleges based on football teams and course tracks.
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Freeman forced out: Athens community demands answers over departure of police chief

Freeman forced out: Athens community demands answers over departure of police chief

The Red & Black — The departure of Scott Freeman from his position as Athens-Clarke County police chief came as a surprise to many when it was announced Sept. 13. Conflicting reports from ACC government left a wake of confusion among community members and county officials, but it has been made clear Freeman was asked to formally resign from his position.
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74-year-old Athens woman killed by car on West Broad Street

74-year-old Athens woman killed by car on West Broad Street

The Red & Black — A 74-year-old woman died after being struck by a vehicle on West Broad Street, the Athens-Clarke County Police Department reported on Monday. According to an ACCPD press release, Patricia Barker of Athens crossed six lanes of traffic before being struck at the corner of West Broad Street and Briarcliff Road.
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Athens police blotter: Man runs from police, fireworks thrown into car, woman arrested at Cutters

Athens police blotter: Man runs from police, fireworks thrown into car, woman arrested at Cutters

The Red & Black — Man runs from police A foot chase occurred on Sept. 2 with three officers chasing a man through downtown before apprehending the suspect near the BB&T Bank, according to an Athens-Clarke County police report. According to the report, the chase started after a fight between two men outside on Clayton Street. When the suspect saw police, he reportedly “took off sprinting” down Wall Street.
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What you missed in politics: Democratic convention, Athens GOP headquarters, Georgia Chief Justic...

What you missed in politics: Democratic convention, Athens GOP headquarters, Georgia Chief Justic...

The Red & Black — Georgia Democrats emphasized getting voters to the polls at their state convention on Aug. 25 as a slate of statewide candidates spoke. Among the speakers were gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams, lieutenant governor candidate Sarah Riggs Amico, secretary of state candidate and Athens native John Barrow and District 10 congressional candidate Tabitha Johnson-Green.
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ACCPD receives distinction of accreditation with excellence award

ACCPD receives distinction of accreditation with excellence award

The Red & Black — The Athens-Clarke County Police Department received recognition for its tenth accreditation at the Sept. 4 mayor and commission meeting. ACCPD has been accredited for over 30 years by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement A gencies and received the distinction of accreditation with excellence, the highest award given.
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UGA researchers receive grant to study norovirus vaccine

UGA researchers receive grant to study norovirus vaccine

The Red & Black — A research team comprised of researchers from the University of Georgia and Emory University have received a five-year, $1.7 million grant to work toward developing a vaccine for norovirus.
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Athens police blotter: Altercation at disco club, noise complaint, 90 beers stolen

Athens police blotter: Altercation at disco club, noise complaint, 90 beers stolen

The Red & Black — Panic at the Disco The Athens-Clarke County Police Department detained one woman and barred three women from Gresham’s Disco Lounge on Aug. 25 after a fight occurred, according to a police report. The reporting officer arrived on scene around 1:30 a.m. after receiving reports of an altercation.
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UGA will start ticketing for Bird scooters

UGA will start ticketing for Bird scooters

The Red & Black — The University of Georgia has announced it will begin enforcing local and state laws concerning Bird scooters starting Friday, Aug. 31. "For the last 10 days, the University Police Department has engaged in an effort to educate scooter riders about the applicable laws," an ArchNews email said.
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Athens police blotter: Two incidents at two McDonald's, underwear theft at TJ Maxx

Athens police blotter: Two incidents at two McDonald's, underwear theft at TJ Maxx

The Red & Black — A 26-year-old man was barred from McDonald's on Prince Avenue after he jumped over the counter while waiting for his food on Aug. 19, according to an Athens-Clarke County police report. The incident was reported to police around 4 a.m. Police made contact with the customer at McDonald's.
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UPDATE: Athens police release PSA about Bird scooters, to begin citations for those in violation

UPDATE: Athens police release PSA about Bird scooters, to begin citations for those in violation

The Red & Black — UPDATE: The Athens-Clarke County Police Department released a public service announcement to show residents how to follow the law while riding Bird scooters. Citations will be given to riders who do not follow these rules. On Thursday, Aug. 24, the Athens-Clarke County Legislative Review Committee examined the issue of Bird Scooters in Athens but did not take any legislative action.
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UGA restricts, impounds Bird scooters, Bird responds with public campaign

UGA restricts, impounds Bird scooters, Bird responds with public campaign

The Red & Black — After just five days on the streets of Athens, the University of Georgia confirmed a partial ban on the use of Bird scooters on campus, except for riding on roads, citing safety concerns. The company has responded in turn by asking users to lobby the university.
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ArchPass two-step verification soon required for UGAMail, OneDrive Business

ArchPass two-step verification soon required for UGAMail, OneDrive Business

The Red & Black — Starting Sept. 7, University of Georgia students, faculty and staff will be required to use ArchPass two-step verification to log in to UGAMail and OneDrive for Business when off-campus. The university announced the change in an ArchNews email on Tuesday, Aug. 21.
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Birds descend on Athens: What to know about the new electric scooters around town

Birds descend on Athens: What to know about the new electric scooters around town

The Red & Black — The University of Georgia, with its limited parking and rolling hills, is home to a variety of commuters: bus and bike riders, drivers and pedestrians. But on Thursday, Aug. 16, a new form of transit appeared around town - Birds. These Birds don't fly.
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Athens police blotter: Candle theft, man sleeping arrested, incident at The Grill

Athens police blotter: Candle theft, man sleeping arrested, incident at The Grill

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Drive-by shooting damages residence on Linda Avenue

Drive-by shooting damages residence on Linda Avenue

The Red & Black — A residence on Linda Avenue was struck several times in a drive-by shooting on Aug. 15, an Athens-Clarke County Police Department press release said. Officers were dispatched to the scene shortly after 11 p.m. According to the report, a 68-year-old woman, who was unharmed, was inside the residence. The woman could not provide a description of any vehicle or suspects.
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UGA's Class of 2022 by the numbers

UGA's Class of 2022 by the numbers

The Red & Black — Today, as fall classes begin at the University of Georgia, 5,852 first-year students will attend classes and familiarize themselves with campus. This year's freshman class follows upward trends of the past several years, with higher average test scores and GPAs. Here are some numbers to put this year's freshman class into context.
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UPDATE: UGA student who went missing in Forsyth County found

UPDATE: UGA student who went missing in Forsyth County found

The Red & Black — University of Georgia student Byron Grogan was safely located around 2 a.m. this morning when he came back to his house. The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is investigating the circumstances of his disappearance, according to a Facebook post. The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office and Fire Department are searching for a 19-year-old University of Georgia student who went missing on Monday night.
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Inmate from Clarke County jail dies, investigation underway

Inmate from Clarke County jail dies, investigation underway

The Red & Black — A prisoner from the Athens-Clarke County Jail died Tuesday evening, a Clarke County Sheriff's Office press release said. Derek Meyer, 28, was found unresponsive in his cell at the ACC jail shortly after noon on July 29. According to the statement, jail security and medical staff performed treatment until EMS arrived.
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UPDATE: Tornado warning extended until 10 p.m for parts of Athens

UPDATE: Tornado warning extended until 10 p.m for parts of Athens

The Red & Black — The tornado warning has been extended until 10 p.m. for northeastern Clarke County, northwestern Oconee County, and Madison County. The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a tornado warning for Clarke, Oconee, Madison and Jackson counties until 9:15 p.m. The warning says that a thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was spotted moving northeast in Watkinsville.
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Believing in a better University of Georgia: Meet your SGA president, vice president, treasurer

Believing in a better University of Georgia: Meet your SGA president, vice president, treasurer

The Red & Black — UGA's 31st student government administration was sworn in on April 4 of this year, as Ammishaddai Grand-Jean, Charlene Marsh and Destin Mizelle filled the offices of president, vice president and treasurer. The executive ticket, which ran under the name "Believe" in the spring, will serve a one-year term until elections are held again in the spring.
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