Hello and welcome to the Athens-Clarke County Cast, one of Feedspot’s Top 20 Georgia News Podcasts. I’m Melissa Carter, and here are your top stories brought to you by Drake Realty.
- Machete Attack: A judge has denied bond for Cedric Smith, the suspect in a brutal machete attack outside an Athens homeless shelter. We'll dive into the details of the assault and the ongoing support for the victim, Chris Sullens.
- Housing Authority Leadership Change: Connie Staudinger has resigned as CEO of the Athens Housing Authority just 18 months into her tenure. Learn more about the interim leadership and the board's next steps.
- Homeless Coalition Director Appointment: The Athens Homeless Coalition has appointed Michael Bien as its first executive director. Find out what this means for homelessness prevention efforts in our community.
- UGA's Nasal COVID-19 Vaccine: Exciting news from the University of Georgia as a new intranasal COVID-19 vaccine heads to clinical trials. Discover how this innovation could impact the fight against COVID-19.
- UGA Sports Achievement: Celebrate with us as UGA’s Charlie Condon makes history by winning the Golden Spikes Award, recognizing the top amateur baseball player in the country.
- Upcoming Art Event: Mark your calendars for a unique art event at the Lyndon House Arts Center this September. Experience the excitement as the front entrance transforms into a giant outdoor printing operation.
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S1 (00:01):
From the Athens Tech Studios, this is the Athens Clark
County cast, covering the latest stories that affect you in
and around Athens. Now let's give you our top stories.
S2 (00:15):
Hello and welcome to the Athens-Clarke County cast! Want to
feed spot's top 20 Georgia news podcast? I'm Melissa Carter.
Here are your top stories brought to you by Drake Realty.
A judge denied bond Saturday morning for Cedric Smith, the
suspect in a machete attack outside an Athens homeless shelter.
Athens police arrested the 33 year old Thursday evening, minutes
after the assault. Smith allegedly attacked Chris Sullins, a 53
(00:38):
year old shelter employee, in the parking lot of the
Advantage Homeless Day Service Center. Sullins, now in the ICU
at Grady Memorial Hospital, has severe injuries including major cuts,
brain swelling and a broken skull. Smith's criminal record in
Athens dates back to 2013, with multiple parole violations and
a previous attack. A parole violation charge has been added
(00:58):
to his new list of crimes. Support for Sullins is
pouring in from friends, family and strangers with donations helping
his recovery. This from WSB. In a surprising development, Conny
Staudinger has resigned as CEO of Athens Housing Authority less
than 18 months after taking the position. She began her
role in February of 23, succeeding Rick Parker, who retired
(01:20):
after 34 years as head of the Aha. For now,
Sheila Crisp, the authority's chief financial officer, will serve as
an interim CEO while the Aha board conducts a nationwide
search for a permanent replacement. Aha board chairman Walden Daniel
announced that Stuhlinger, who was under a three year contract
earning $190,000 annually, will be paid for the remainder of
(01:41):
her contract. Daniel described her resignation as amicable, citing organizational differences.
This from the Athens Banner-herald. The Athens Homeless Coalition has
appointed Michael Biehn as its first executive director. The AHC,
a nonprofit dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness in Athens,
is supported by $1.08 million from the Athens-Clarke County Unified
(02:03):
Government through American Rescue Plan Act funds. Bean will oversee
the strategic use of these funds over the next two
and a half years, as part of the strategic plan
to reduce and prevent homelessness. Being a long time Georgia
resident holds a master's degree in public health from the
University of Georgia. His previous work at the CDC Foundation
focused on systematic factors and social determinants affecting health and homelessness.
(02:26):
This from the Red and black.
S1 (02:27):
A new exciting podcast about dads for dads legacy makers
A conversation for dads download now wherever you get your podcasts.
S3 (02:38):
It pays to know your doctor, it pays to know
your lawyer. And now more than ever, it pays to
know your local real estate professional. Hi, I'm Jeffrey Drake
with Drake Realty and we have seven offices in the
metro Atlanta area, including two right here in Cobb County
and one at Lake Oconee. I'm the proud leader of
over 700 agents here in Georgia, and we pride ourselves
in professional service. Whether you are the buyer or the seller.
(03:00):
Drake Realty makes the home buying process seamless from contract
to close. Our agents are a little different. They're not
pushing for the quick sale and close. They are pushing
for the best price and terms for their client. In
other words, Drake Realty fights for you. Now's the time
to buy that dream home, vacation home, or new home.
Your family deserves a lot of real estate agents. Talk big.
Let my team at Drake Realty prove they will fight
(03:21):
for you. I'm Jeffrey Drake, and I'd be honored to
have my team serve you. Visit us online at Drake Realty.com.
And remember, it's not how quick you sell or buy,
it's what the deal provides for your future.
S1 (03:34):
Achieve more with Athens Tech at Athens Technical College. Their
programs can connect you with in-demand and high paying careers.
S4 (03:42):
I graduated from Athens Tech in May and started my
job two weeks later. I had the job before I left,
thanks to my professor and just focusing on growing a career.
S1 (03:53):
As far as Athens Tech, I think I've been a
member of the advisory panel for ten years now, and
it's been it's been an awesome experience.
S5 (04:04):
I've currently going to Athens Tech. I started out as
an accounting major. I've finished all my accounting classes and
then switched over to the culinary and baking program.
S6 (04:16):
My name is Alex Lang. I'm an electromechanical engineering student.
This is my second year at Athens Tech and I
graduate in December. The long term goal is to work
for the railroad, whether that be Norfolk Southern or CSX.
S1 (04:29):
Achieve more with Athens Tech, find out more at Athens Techedu.
S2 (04:37):
From Wsb's Facebook page. Athens police arrested two men this
week accused of breaking into cars. 59 year old Gregory
Garcia was arrested on Sleepy Creek Place and charged with
loitering and prowling, and attempted entering. Auto. 32 year old
Christopher McKibbin was arrested on Rosewood Place and charged with
four counts of entering auto and one attempted entering auto.
(04:57):
Lee Evans senior said is this Athens Day a catch
and release like the Atlanta Da? Kevin Bell said I
honestly feel sorry for law enforcement in this town. I'm
sure they're sick and tired of arresting the same ones
over and over again. And Tracy Marcano said kudos to
men and women in blue. A new intranasal Covid 19
vaccine from the University of Georgia is headed to clinical
(05:19):
trials developed by UGA based startup Cyan VAC, LLC. The
vaccine represents a promising non-lethal alternative. Cyan vac will sponsor
a randomized, double blind phase two Bee study starting this fall.
The trial will involve 10,000 participants and will compare the
efficacy and safety of the intranasal vaccine, named Cvca, against
(05:40):
an FDA approved mRNA based Covid 19 vaccine. Vaccine development
is part of Project Next Gen, a US Department of
Health and Human Services initiative aimed at advancing innovative vaccines
and therapeutics for longer lasting Covid 19 protection. This from
the red and black. In sports. Georgia third baseman and
outfielder Charlie Condon has become the first player in UGA
(06:03):
history to win the Golden Spikes Award. The award goes
to the top amateur baseball player in the country and
takes into account the athletic ability, sportsmanship, character, and overall
contribution to the sport. This is from Wtoc. And finally,
get ready for a unique and exciting art event in
Athens this September. The Linden House Art Center and Open
Studio membership program are hosting a Steam Roller print event.
(06:27):
Visitors will see the front entrance of the Art center
transform into a giant outdoor printing operation. A five ton
construction machine will be used to pull prints from large
four foot wooden blocks carved by local artists. On September 28th,
attendees can join in on the fun by helping roll
ink and pull prints, experiencing the magic of print making
with a steam roller. The large scale prints will be
(06:49):
hung to dry outside and then displayed at the Art
center and other Athens arts venues. This event is open
to the public, but registration is required for the carving
workshops leading up to the event. Visit the Linden House
Arts Center website to register this from OCC. Gov.
S1 (07:04):
Learn how to succeed and win big in life, plus much,
much more. Listen to the Red Hot Read podcast wherever
you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening to the Athens-Clarke
County cast, and don't forget to subscribe wherever you get
your podcasts! This podcast is a.
S7 (07:22):
Production of BG ad Group. All rights reserved.
S1 (07:27):
This podcast aggregate content from other sources for informational purposes,
and is in no way trying to infringe on the
copyrights or businesses of any other entities. All content posted
up on the site is used under the Fair Use
Copyright Law 107. All audio media and articles are copyrighted
to their original owners. All audio on this podcast are
embedded from YouTube.com and are owned by the respective copyright owners.
(07:47):
No audio information are copyrighted or stored on our servers.
The court ruled that linking or embedding copyrighted videos is
not copyright infringement, even if the source video was uploaded
without permission. However, we will gladly remove any audio clip
upon valid requests from respective copyright owners. Any owners also
have the option to disable embedding his YouTube videos on
other websites. News and press articles are owned by the
(08:08):
respective copyright owners. Where possible, the appropriate accreditation or source
of the article is given on the same page. The
audio video files on the site are for listening purposes only.
Downloading of these files to one's computer is strictly prohibited.
They are owned by the respective copyright owners. If it
is in the organization's belief that the usage or specific
content used on our site containing copyrighted knowledge, conflicts with
(08:29):
authorized use, and or does not comply with fair use
as described in the context. Contact us through our contact
page and we will remove the offending content immediately. Thanks
for listening to the Athens-Clarke County cast.
From the Athens Tech Studios, this is the Athens Clark
County cast, covering the latest stories that affect you in
and around Athens. Now let's give you our top stories.
S2 (00:15):
Hello and welcome to the Athens-Clarke County cast! Want to
feed spot's top 20 Georgia news podcast? I'm Melissa Carter.
Here are your top stories brought to you by Drake Realty.
A judge denied bond Saturday morning for Cedric Smith, the
suspect in a machete attack outside an Athens homeless shelter.
Athens police arrested the 33 year old Thursday evening, minutes
after the assault. Smith allegedly attacked Chris Sullins, a 53
(00:38):
year old shelter employee, in the parking lot of the
Advantage Homeless Day Service Center. Sullins, now in the ICU
at Grady Memorial Hospital, has severe injuries including major cuts,
brain swelling and a broken skull. Smith's criminal record in
Athens dates back to 2013, with multiple parole violations and
a previous attack. A parole violation charge has been added
(00:58):
to his new list of crimes. Support for Sullins is
pouring in from friends, family and strangers with donations helping
his recovery. This from WSB. In a surprising development, Conny
Staudinger has resigned as CEO of Athens Housing Authority less
than 18 months after taking the position. She began her
role in February of 23, succeeding Rick Parker, who retired
(01:20):
after 34 years as head of the Aha. For now,
Sheila Crisp, the authority's chief financial officer, will serve as
an interim CEO while the Aha board conducts a nationwide
search for a permanent replacement. Aha board chairman Walden Daniel
announced that Stuhlinger, who was under a three year contract
earning $190,000 annually, will be paid for the remainder of
(01:41):
her contract. Daniel described her resignation as amicable, citing organizational differences.
This from the Athens Banner-herald. The Athens Homeless Coalition has
appointed Michael Biehn as its first executive director. The AHC,
a nonprofit dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness in Athens,
is supported by $1.08 million from the Athens-Clarke County Unified
(02:03):
Government through American Rescue Plan Act funds. Bean will oversee
the strategic use of these funds over the next two
and a half years, as part of the strategic plan
to reduce and prevent homelessness. Being a long time Georgia
resident holds a master's degree in public health from the
University of Georgia. His previous work at the CDC Foundation
focused on systematic factors and social determinants affecting health and homelessness.
(02:26):
This from the Red and black.
S1 (02:27):
A new exciting podcast about dads for dads legacy makers
A conversation for dads download now wherever you get your podcasts.
S3 (02:38):
It pays to know your doctor, it pays to know
your lawyer. And now more than ever, it pays to
know your local real estate professional. Hi, I'm Jeffrey Drake
with Drake Realty and we have seven offices in the
metro Atlanta area, including two right here in Cobb County
and one at Lake Oconee. I'm the proud leader of
over 700 agents here in Georgia, and we pride ourselves
in professional service. Whether you are the buyer or the seller.
(03:00):
Drake Realty makes the home buying process seamless from contract
to close. Our agents are a little different. They're not
pushing for the quick sale and close. They are pushing
for the best price and terms for their client. In
other words, Drake Realty fights for you. Now's the time
to buy that dream home, vacation home, or new home.
Your family deserves a lot of real estate agents. Talk big.
Let my team at Drake Realty prove they will fight
(03:21):
for you. I'm Jeffrey Drake, and I'd be honored to
have my team serve you. Visit us online at Drake Realty.com.
And remember, it's not how quick you sell or buy,
it's what the deal provides for your future.
S1 (03:34):
Achieve more with Athens Tech at Athens Technical College. Their
programs can connect you with in-demand and high paying careers.
S4 (03:42):
I graduated from Athens Tech in May and started my
job two weeks later. I had the job before I left,
thanks to my professor and just focusing on growing a career.
S1 (03:53):
As far as Athens Tech, I think I've been a
member of the advisory panel for ten years now, and
it's been it's been an awesome experience.
S5 (04:04):
I've currently going to Athens Tech. I started out as
an accounting major. I've finished all my accounting classes and
then switched over to the culinary and baking program.
S6 (04:16):
My name is Alex Lang. I'm an electromechanical engineering student.
This is my second year at Athens Tech and I
graduate in December. The long term goal is to work
for the railroad, whether that be Norfolk Southern or CSX.
S1 (04:29):
Achieve more with Athens Tech, find out more at Athens Techedu.
S2 (04:37):
From Wsb's Facebook page. Athens police arrested two men this
week accused of breaking into cars. 59 year old Gregory
Garcia was arrested on Sleepy Creek Place and charged with
loitering and prowling, and attempted entering. Auto. 32 year old
Christopher McKibbin was arrested on Rosewood Place and charged with
four counts of entering auto and one attempted entering auto.
(04:57):
Lee Evans senior said is this Athens Day a catch
and release like the Atlanta Da? Kevin Bell said I
honestly feel sorry for law enforcement in this town. I'm
sure they're sick and tired of arresting the same ones
over and over again. And Tracy Marcano said kudos to
men and women in blue. A new intranasal Covid 19
vaccine from the University of Georgia is headed to clinical
(05:19):
trials developed by UGA based startup Cyan VAC, LLC. The
vaccine represents a promising non-lethal alternative. Cyan vac will sponsor
a randomized, double blind phase two Bee study starting this fall.
The trial will involve 10,000 participants and will compare the
efficacy and safety of the intranasal vaccine, named Cvca, against
(05:40):
an FDA approved mRNA based Covid 19 vaccine. Vaccine development
is part of Project Next Gen, a US Department of
Health and Human Services initiative aimed at advancing innovative vaccines
and therapeutics for longer lasting Covid 19 protection. This from
the red and black. In sports. Georgia third baseman and
outfielder Charlie Condon has become the first player in UGA
(06:03):
history to win the Golden Spikes Award. The award goes
to the top amateur baseball player in the country and
takes into account the athletic ability, sportsmanship, character, and overall
contribution to the sport. This is from Wtoc. And finally,
get ready for a unique and exciting art event in
Athens this September. The Linden House Art Center and Open
Studio membership program are hosting a Steam Roller print event.
(06:27):
Visitors will see the front entrance of the Art center
transform into a giant outdoor printing operation. A five ton
construction machine will be used to pull prints from large
four foot wooden blocks carved by local artists. On September 28th,
attendees can join in on the fun by helping roll
ink and pull prints, experiencing the magic of print making
with a steam roller. The large scale prints will be
(06:49):
hung to dry outside and then displayed at the Art
center and other Athens arts venues. This event is open
to the public, but registration is required for the carving
workshops leading up to the event. Visit the Linden House
Arts Center website to register this from OCC. Gov.
S1 (07:04):
Learn how to succeed and win big in life, plus much,
much more. Listen to the Red Hot Read podcast wherever
you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening to the Athens-Clarke
County cast, and don't forget to subscribe wherever you get
your podcasts! This podcast is a.
S7 (07:22):
Production of BG ad Group. All rights reserved.
S1 (07:27):
This podcast aggregate content from other sources for informational purposes,
and is in no way trying to infringe on the
copyrights or businesses of any other entities. All content posted
up on the site is used under the Fair Use
Copyright Law 107. All audio media and articles are copyrighted
to their original owners. All audio on this podcast are
embedded from YouTube.com and are owned by the respective copyright owners.
(07:47):
No audio information are copyrighted or stored on our servers.
The court ruled that linking or embedding copyrighted videos is
not copyright infringement, even if the source video was uploaded
without permission. However, we will gladly remove any audio clip
upon valid requests from respective copyright owners. Any owners also
have the option to disable embedding his YouTube videos on
other websites. News and press articles are owned by the
(08:08):
respective copyright owners. Where possible, the appropriate accreditation or source
of the article is given on the same page. The
audio video files on the site are for listening purposes only.
Downloading of these files to one's computer is strictly prohibited.
They are owned by the respective copyright owners. If it
is in the organization's belief that the usage or specific
content used on our site containing copyrighted knowledge, conflicts with
(08:29):
authorized use, and or does not comply with fair use
as described in the context. Contact us through our contact
page and we will remove the offending content immediately. Thanks
for listening to the Athens-Clarke County cast.
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