Articles by Melissa Link
Ort's Many Friends Say Goodbye
William Orten Carlton=Ort was like your favorite uncle, who knows everything and is glad to share in great detail whatever of his knowledge interests you, but never fails to ask how you are doing and listens to what’s on your mind and gives you a hug.
Athens News Matters: 3 Local Lawmakers Might Lose Their Seats Under New District Map
Just after we finalized our show for broadcast last week, local political observers were stunned by a proposed new map of Athens Clarke County Commission districts put out by the four Republican members of the county’s state legislative delegation.
Athens News Matters: Hotel/Motel Excise Tax Increase
By Jessica Wurst & Kelly Girtz & Melissa Link • 13 minutes ago The Athens Clarke County Commissioners have been discussing a one-percent increase in the city's tax on hotel rooms for over 14 years, but local hoteliers have a history of objecting to this proposal. This year, they recommended it. We talk with Mayor Kelly Girtz and District 3 Commissioner Melissa Link to find out why this year's conversation looks different from years past.
LEGO for the Holiday Season!
One of the most iconic pop culture names in the world is one that made its debut in 1977. It has spawned numerous movies, television series, comics and mini-series since it got its start and today is a household name that both adults and children still go nuts for. Star Wars quickly became popular with its action packed space theme, fast-paced story-line and heroic characters. It skyrocketed in popularity with audiences of all ages and today is still a hot topic of conversation.
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