Welcome to another episode of the Athens News Podcast, one of Feedspot’s Top 20 Georgia News Podcasts. I'm your host, Melissa Carter, and today we're diving into some of the most significant stories in the Athens-Clarke County area, brought to you by Drake Realty.
In today's episode:
- **Election Results**: We cover the outcomes of the recent Tuesday primary where key races for sheriff, tax commissioner, and coroner were decided. Incumbent Sheriff John Q. Williams secured reelection, J.P. Lemay won the tax commissioner race, and Michael Eberhart emerged victorious in the coroner's race. Additionally, we discuss the results of three nonpartisan county commission contests and a forthcoming runoff for the Clarke County Board of Education District 2 seat.
- **Voter Assignment Error**: Nearly 70 registered voters in Athens-Clarke County Commission District 2 were mistakenly assigned to the wrong district. We detail how this error was identified and corrected without incident by the diligent efforts of county elections office staff.
- - **Tragic Accident on UGA Campus**: A construction worker tragically lost his life in a work-related accident at the University of Georgia. We provide the details surrounding the incident, including statements from the Athens-Clarke County Coroner and information on the involvement of OSHA.
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S1 (00:04):
From the Athens Tech Studios, this is the Athens News Podcast,
local news you can use about Athens and Clarke County.
All in seven minutes. And now here are your top stories.
S2 (00:19):
Hello and welcome to your Athens News podcast, one of
Feed Spot's top 20 Georgia news podcasts. I'm Melissa Carter.
Here are your top stories brought to you by Drake
Realty in Athens Clark County's Tuesday primary key races for sheriff,
tax commissioner and coroner were decided. Incumbent Sheriff John Q
Williams won re-election over challenger Tommy Dorsey for tax commissioner.
It was JP LeMay defeating Brent Spratlin. Michael Eberhart won
(00:42):
the coroner's race over William Gauldin Jr. Three nonpartisan County
Commission contests were also decided. Incumbent Melissa Link won district two,
Stephanie Johnson took district six and Carol Myers retained district eight.
The Clark County Board of Education Race and district two
heads to a runoff between incumbent Claudia Butts and Mary Bagby.
This from the Athens Banner-herald nearly 70 registered voters in Athens,
(01:06):
Clark County Commission District two were mistakenly assigned to Commission
District five, where no election was scheduled. This error, impacting
addresses from 147 to 545 Oglethorpe Avenue, was corrected without incident.
The affected voters were notified through a door to door
effort by county elections officials staff. The error was first
noted on May 13th by an early voter, followed by
(01:28):
another on May 15th. Both were issued correct ballots. Subsequent
research confirmed no incorrect ballots were cast. This from the
Athens Banner-herald. A construction worker, was killed in a work
related accident on the University of Georgia campus. The incident
occurred at the Adult Education Center, 48 Baxter Street. 36
year old Trevor Wilkie of Athens, an employee of IMI
(01:49):
Construction in Watkinsville, was working on a steam line project
when he was struck and crushed by a lull forklift.
This type of forklift is larger and has bigger tires
compared to standard warehouse forklifts. The Athens-Clarke County Coroner, Sonny Wilson,
confirmed Wilkie's death due to massive injuries from being crushed
by that forklift. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, otherwise
(02:10):
known as OSHA, was notified. This from the Athens Banner-herald.
S1 (02:14):
A new exciting podcast about dads for dads legacy makers.
A conversation for dads download now. Wherever you get your podcasts.
S3 (02:24):
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,
(02:46):
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
(03:07):
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 (03:20):
Are you looking for a part time or a full
time job that allows you to work from home, and
a schedule that allows you to get your kids to
the ballgame, church activities, cheerleading, and all other places a
busy family needs. The Athens News Podcast is looking for
a people person, a local account executive who can help
our podcast grow. You'll call on local and regional businesses
(03:41):
selling the podcast, adding to our list of great sponsors,
earn extra money and meet new people all over the county.
Call BG Group today at 770874 3200 and ask for Darren.
S2 (03:55):
From the Athens Clarke County News Facebook page. University of
Georgia football player Coby White was arrested after being caught
driving a 2021 Dodge Charger at high speed down East
Clayton Street against traffic. The police officer, noting the danger
in an area busy with bar goers, cited white for
reckless driving and driving the wrong way on a one
way street. White's passenger, who was partly outside of the car,
(04:18):
remains unidentified with bonds totaling $26. White was released from
the county jail after the incident. Jrue's one, 48, said
there will be no case against him by the district attorney,
but what there will be is a mandatory apology made
to Zachary White by the officer for harassment. M.T. Colquitt
said that's a laughable bond amount. Is that amount for
(04:38):
everybody or just UGA football players? At the University of
Georgia's 2024 spring undergraduate commencement ceremony, Olympic swimmer Allison Schmitt
and UGA student Trent Nesbitt delivered speeches to the newest
graduating class. Schmitt, known for her outstanding achievements in swimming
with ten Olympic medals, including multiple golds, expressed her excitement
(04:59):
and honor at the opportunity to speak at the ceremony.
Having graduated from UGA with a bachelor's degree in psychology
in 2013, Schmitt emphasized her deep connection to the university
and its values. Meanwhile, Trent Nesbitt, a senior graduating with
a degree in economics, represented the student body as the
selected student speaker. Nesbitt's roots in Athens and his involvement
in creating promotional football videos for UGA, showcased his dedication
(05:23):
to the university and the community in sports from Georgiadogs.com,
Erica Brennan has been named the head women's golf coach
at the University of Georgia, announced last week by Jay
Reed Parker, Director of Athletics, Josh Brooks. Brennan brings a
stellar track record from the University of South Florida, where
she led the team to consecutive NCAA championship appearances for
(05:43):
the first time in over two decades. Brooks praised her leadership,
positivity and energy. Brennan expressed excitement to join the Georgia family,
and finally, a judge has ordered James DePaola to be
added as a respondent and Mayor Kelly Girtz legal challenge
to a recall effort, Senior judge J. David Roper also
suspended all recall proceedings pending judicial review. DePaola initiated the
(06:06):
recall after the February murder of UGA student Larkin Riley
by an undocumented immigrant. Gerta's petition argues that DePaola failed
to meet the legal standards for recall application, which lacked
specific grounds required by state law. The County Election Board's
procedures and handling the recall application are also being contested
by Grds this from the Athens Banner-herald.
S1 (06:28):
Achieve more with Athens Tech at Athens Technical College. Their
programs can connect you with in-demand and high paying careers.
S4 (06:36):
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 (06:47):
As far as Athens Tech, I think I've been a
member of.
S5 (06:52):
The advisory panel for ten years now, and it's been
it's been an awesome experience.
S6 (06:58):
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.
S7 (07:10):
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 (07:23):
Achieve more with Athens Tech. Find out more at Athens Techedu.
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
News podcast. Make sure you subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
(07:48):
This podcast is a.
S8 (07:49):
Production of BG Group. All rights reserved.
S1 (07:52):
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.
No audio information are copyrighted or stored on our servers.
(08:15):
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 request 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
respective copyright owners. Where possible, the appropriate accreditation or source
(08:36):
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
authorized use, and or does not comply with fair use
as described in the context. Contact us through our contact
(08:58):
page and we will remove the offending content immediately. Thanks
for listening to the Athens News podcast.
From the Athens Tech Studios, this is the Athens News Podcast,
local news you can use about Athens and Clarke County.
All in seven minutes. And now here are your top stories.
S2 (00:19):
Hello and welcome to your Athens News podcast, one of
Feed Spot's top 20 Georgia news podcasts. I'm Melissa Carter.
Here are your top stories brought to you by Drake
Realty in Athens Clark County's Tuesday primary key races for sheriff,
tax commissioner and coroner were decided. Incumbent Sheriff John Q
Williams won re-election over challenger Tommy Dorsey for tax commissioner.
It was JP LeMay defeating Brent Spratlin. Michael Eberhart won
(00:42):
the coroner's race over William Gauldin Jr. Three nonpartisan County
Commission contests were also decided. Incumbent Melissa Link won district two,
Stephanie Johnson took district six and Carol Myers retained district eight.
The Clark County Board of Education Race and district two
heads to a runoff between incumbent Claudia Butts and Mary Bagby.
This from the Athens Banner-herald nearly 70 registered voters in Athens,
(01:06):
Clark County Commission District two were mistakenly assigned to Commission
District five, where no election was scheduled. This error, impacting
addresses from 147 to 545 Oglethorpe Avenue, was corrected without incident.
The affected voters were notified through a door to door
effort by county elections officials staff. The error was first
noted on May 13th by an early voter, followed by
(01:28):
another on May 15th. Both were issued correct ballots. Subsequent
research confirmed no incorrect ballots were cast. This from the
Athens Banner-herald. A construction worker, was killed in a work
related accident on the University of Georgia campus. The incident
occurred at the Adult Education Center, 48 Baxter Street. 36
year old Trevor Wilkie of Athens, an employee of IMI
(01:49):
Construction in Watkinsville, was working on a steam line project
when he was struck and crushed by a lull forklift.
This type of forklift is larger and has bigger tires
compared to standard warehouse forklifts. The Athens-Clarke County Coroner, Sonny Wilson,
confirmed Wilkie's death due to massive injuries from being crushed
by that forklift. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, otherwise
(02:10):
known as OSHA, was notified. This from the Athens Banner-herald.
S1 (02:14):
A new exciting podcast about dads for dads legacy makers.
A conversation for dads download now. Wherever you get your podcasts.
S3 (02:24):
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,
(02:46):
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
(03:07):
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 (03:20):
Are you looking for a part time or a full
time job that allows you to work from home, and
a schedule that allows you to get your kids to
the ballgame, church activities, cheerleading, and all other places a
busy family needs. The Athens News Podcast is looking for
a people person, a local account executive who can help
our podcast grow. You'll call on local and regional businesses
(03:41):
selling the podcast, adding to our list of great sponsors,
earn extra money and meet new people all over the county.
Call BG Group today at 770874 3200 and ask for Darren.
S2 (03:55):
From the Athens Clarke County News Facebook page. University of
Georgia football player Coby White was arrested after being caught
driving a 2021 Dodge Charger at high speed down East
Clayton Street against traffic. The police officer, noting the danger
in an area busy with bar goers, cited white for
reckless driving and driving the wrong way on a one
way street. White's passenger, who was partly outside of the car,
(04:18):
remains unidentified with bonds totaling $26. White was released from
the county jail after the incident. Jrue's one, 48, said
there will be no case against him by the district attorney,
but what there will be is a mandatory apology made
to Zachary White by the officer for harassment. M.T. Colquitt
said that's a laughable bond amount. Is that amount for
(04:38):
everybody or just UGA football players? At the University of
Georgia's 2024 spring undergraduate commencement ceremony, Olympic swimmer Allison Schmitt
and UGA student Trent Nesbitt delivered speeches to the newest
graduating class. Schmitt, known for her outstanding achievements in swimming
with ten Olympic medals, including multiple golds, expressed her excitement
(04:59):
and honor at the opportunity to speak at the ceremony.
Having graduated from UGA with a bachelor's degree in psychology
in 2013, Schmitt emphasized her deep connection to the university
and its values. Meanwhile, Trent Nesbitt, a senior graduating with
a degree in economics, represented the student body as the
selected student speaker. Nesbitt's roots in Athens and his involvement
in creating promotional football videos for UGA, showcased his dedication
(05:23):
to the university and the community in sports from Georgiadogs.com,
Erica Brennan has been named the head women's golf coach
at the University of Georgia, announced last week by Jay
Reed Parker, Director of Athletics, Josh Brooks. Brennan brings a
stellar track record from the University of South Florida, where
she led the team to consecutive NCAA championship appearances for
(05:43):
the first time in over two decades. Brooks praised her leadership,
positivity and energy. Brennan expressed excitement to join the Georgia family,
and finally, a judge has ordered James DePaola to be
added as a respondent and Mayor Kelly Girtz legal challenge
to a recall effort, Senior judge J. David Roper also
suspended all recall proceedings pending judicial review. DePaola initiated the
(06:06):
recall after the February murder of UGA student Larkin Riley
by an undocumented immigrant. Gerta's petition argues that DePaola failed
to meet the legal standards for recall application, which lacked
specific grounds required by state law. The County Election Board's
procedures and handling the recall application are also being contested
by Grds this from the Athens Banner-herald.
S1 (06:28):
Achieve more with Athens Tech at Athens Technical College. Their
programs can connect you with in-demand and high paying careers.
S4 (06:36):
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 (06:47):
As far as Athens Tech, I think I've been a
member of.
S5 (06:52):
The advisory panel for ten years now, and it's been
it's been an awesome experience.
S6 (06:58):
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.
S7 (07:10):
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 (07:23):
Achieve more with Athens Tech. Find out more at Athens Techedu.
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
News podcast. Make sure you subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
(07:48):
This podcast is a.
S8 (07:49):
Production of BG Group. All rights reserved.
S1 (07:52):
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.
No audio information are copyrighted or stored on our servers.
(08:15):
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 request 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
respective copyright owners. Where possible, the appropriate accreditation or source
(08:36):
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
authorized use, and or does not comply with fair use
as described in the context. Contact us through our contact
(08:58):
page and we will remove the offending content immediately. Thanks
for listening to the Athens News podcast.
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