Hello and welcome to the Athens-Clarke County Cast, one of Feedspot’s Top 20 Georgia News Podcasts. I’m Melissa Carter. In today's episode, we'll dive into the latest headlines impacting our community, brought to you by Drake Realty.



Athens News:


Courthouse Reopens Post Bed Bug Infestation: The Athens-Clarke County Courthouse has reopened this week after dealing with a bed bug infestation that closed three levels for treatment. This isn't the first time—the courthouse faced a similar issue back in February 2023. From 11 Alive.
Athens Academy Construction Boom: Athens Academy is undergoing $4.5 million worth of significant construction and infrastructure improvements, including renovations to Erwin Hall and a new tennis center. Despite the ongoing construction, their summer programs saw record enrollment. From the Red & Black.
St. Mary's Hospital Recognized: U.S. News & World Report has named St. Mary’s Hospital among the 2024-25 Best Hospitals for high performance in heart attack, stroke, and hip and knee replacement. This marks the hospital's second consecutive year of recognition. From the Athens Banner-Herald.

UGA Sports:


Legal Troubles for Bulldog Player: Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Rodarius "Rara" Thomas faces serious legal issues, including charges of second-degree cruelty to children and family violence battery. He remains in custody without bond and is suspended from the team. From Fox 5.

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00:00 Bedbug Infestation at Athens-Clarke County Courthouse
03:31 Genetics and Vegetarian Diets
04:49 Expansion of Normaltown Brewing
06:13 Remodeling of Hilton Garden into Marriott Courtyard

Hello and welcome to the Athens-Clarke County Cast, one of Feedspot’s Top 20 Georgia News Podcasts. I’m Melissa Carter. In today's episode, we'll dive into the latest headlines impacting our community, brought to you by Drake Realty.
 
Athens News:
 
<ul>
<li>Courthouse Reopens Post Bed Bug Infestation: The Athens-Clarke County Courthouse has reopened this week after dealing with a bed bug infestation that closed three levels for treatment. This isn't the first time—the courthouse faced a similar issue back in February 2023. From 11 Alive.</li>
<li>Athens Academy Construction Boom: Athens Academy is undergoing $4.5 million worth of significant construction and infrastructure improvements, including renovations to Erwin Hall and a new tennis center. Despite the ongoing construction, their summer programs saw record enrollment. From the Red &amp; Black.</li>
<li>St. Mary's Hospital Recognized: U.S. News &amp; World Report has named St. Mary’s Hospital among the 2024-25 Best Hospitals for high performance in heart attack, stroke, and hip and knee replacement. This marks the hospital's second consecutive year of recognition. From the Athens Banner-Herald.</li>
</ul>
UGA Sports:
 
<ul>
<li>Legal Troubles for Bulldog Player: Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Rodarius "Rara" Thomas faces serious legal issues, including charges of second-degree cruelty to children and family violence battery. He remains in custody without bond and is suspended from the team. From Fox 5.</li>
</ul>
Tune in for detailed coverage and insights on these stories and more, right here on the Athens-Clarke County Cast!
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Chapters
00:00 Bedbug Infestation at Athens-Clarke County Courthouse 03:31 Genetics and Vegetarian Diets 04:49 Expansion of Normaltown Brewing 06:13 Remodeling of Hilton Garden into Marriott Courtyard

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Athens-Clarke County Cast: Bed Bugs in the Courthouse & Major Upgrades at Athens Academy

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