Clarke County Board Approves Tentative 2027 Budget, Maintains Millage Rate
The Clarke County Board tentatively approved maintaining the current millage rate for FY 2027 at 18.8 mills.
May 20, 2026
The Clarke County Board tentatively approved maintaining the current millage rate for FY 2027 at 18.8 mills.
An ex-Athens-Clarke officer and two others were arrested in a Franklin County child abuse case; investigation ongoing.
Athens-Clarke County plans to discuss a new $200M Judicial Center at 120 W. Dougherty St. on May 20, 2026, at 6 p.m.
Athens-Clarke County mayoral race heads to runoff; Denson leads with 38%, Fisher follows at 27%. Runoffs in District 5.
Athens-Clarke County Police probe fatal dirt bike crash on May 16; victim succumbs to injuries. Contact ACCPD with info.
Political experts are closely watching Georgia as nominees for midterm elections are decided, with high early voter turnout.
Sheriff Williams seeks $2M for jail tech upgrades, citing understaffing and rising inmate numbers in Clarke County.
Voters in Athens-Clarke County will decide on a new TSPLOST this Spring. Local realtor Alex Sams discusses details.
The Classic City Band will perform John Williams’ iconic scores at Carnegie Hall on June 28th, a major milestone.
During its May meeting, the Clarke County Board of Education chose Dr. Jennifer Scott as the sole finalist for superintendent.
St. Mary’s Health Care System to expand with a $35M heart and cancer facility, featuring a 4D CT scanner.
Athens’s Got Talent fundraiser supports The Cottage’s free services for survivors. Join us May 16 at Terrapin Beer Co.
