University furlough day hits low-pay workers too

We were given a scoop yesterday morning on some UGA workers who were effectively being furloughed on the furlough day, even though they fell under the category of workers who were exempt from the furlough day. My editorial adviser gave me a call during class and I was on the story for the rest of the day.

It's been awhile since I've written, due to time constraints with editing, so I was happy to get back into the groove of writing. I made sure to be especially careful with this story though because it was very complicated with the differences in the types of workers and which types of leave they are allowed. I think it came out nicely though.

Click here to read about how the state-mandated furloughs are affecting the lowest-paid workers at the university.

They're back: 'Designated Dawgs' give safe rides

A group calling themselves "WatchDawgs" gave students and others in the Athens community safe rides home from downtown on the weekends for nearly eight years before losing its funding and canceling the service last spring.

But the group is back — and with a new name. "Designated Dawgs" picks back up tonight and has secured funding to operate through December 2010.

Click here to read more about the free, student-run taxi service.

Reason for tailgating trash decline unclear

Was it the extra trash bags, port-a-potties and cleaning crew that made this weekend's trash buildup considerably less than before?

Or could it be the torrential downpours plaguing Athens on game day?

We're not sure, but we'll find out next weekend when LSU comes to campus and the skies are clear.

Click here to read another follow up to The Red & Black's coverage of the University's tailgate trash.

*Media credit: Wes Blankenship

Trash Talk: Plans in place to clean up gameday

The administration announced its plans to help curb gameday trash this weekend, but several student groups are also planning on lending a hand in the cleanup efforts.

Click here to find out what to expect for the University's second home football game weekend.

U.S. secretaries address H1N1 at universities

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Friday I was able to sit in on a teleconference with two U.S. secretaries and a representative from the CDC, talking about what colleges across the country should do to stave off swine flu. I found it pretty interesting because U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, Kathleen Sebelius, had publicly reprimanded a reporter the previous day when the reporter sneezed into his hand instead of his elbow.

Click here to find out what Sebelius and the others on the conference call had to say.

UNDER ARREST: Adams adddresses 70 tons of tailgate trash

As reported by The Red & Black on Wednesday, there were 70 tons of trash left last weekend by tailgaters for the football season's home opener.

In University of Georgia President Michael Adams' monthly cabinet meeting and media briefing Thursday, Adams said he was appalled at the amount of trash left on North Campus after the game. He said he wants students, faculty, alumni and fans to ban together to help eliminate the problem on campus.

Click here to read more on what Adams and others had to say about the trash from the weekend.

New football ticket system succeeds at game

Saturday's home opener football game marked the first time the University's new ticketing procedure was tested.

And despite student fears that ID cards would be rejected and the student section would be nearly impossible to get into, things seemed to go pretty smoothly.

Click here to read more about how the new ticketing system worked.

Final provost candidate speaks today

The final candidate for provost at UGA, Sallie Keller-McNulty, will speak today at the Chapel. She is the fourth candidate to come to the University to detail why she should be the next provost.

Click here to read more about Keller-McNulty.

Jittery Joe's opens up store in New York

One of Athens' most recognizable brands has made its way to the Big Apple. Jittery Joe's is a local coffee shop that has recently opened its first store outside of the Southeast.

I spoke with the president of the company, as well as the store manager for the newly opened shop and it seems like they're very excited and optimistic about the new venture.

Click here to read about the newest location for Jittery Joe's.

Third candidate for provost speaks today

The third provost candidate will speak today. This is a continuation of our efforts to inform students and faculty of who the candidates are on the days they come to campus.

Click here to read about Robert Newman, a contender for the University's provost position.