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A Ghost Story from New Orleans
The Old Home Wanted Him Back from Athens
Former Athens resident Mark DeJarnette, now back home in New Orleans, writes back with a tale about the house he lives in and his friend - “the Papaya Lady” - who used to live there.
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Drought, politics, kittens, roundabouts, the gun trade… and other news.
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Athens News And Views

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Downtown Plaza Coming to City Hall
Some ACC Commissioners have trouble parting with 11 street parking spaces, and some want to see more of the spots go.
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What’s with All the Stormwater Projects?
The ACC Stormwater Division finally cranks into high gear.
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Hard Times for J.B. the Polish Sausage Man
The story behind J.B.’s absence from West Washington Street.
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News & Views You Can Use

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Comix Column
Some nice feedback on a new Flagpole column.
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Yes On Chickens
Chickens are cool in neighborhoods, people.
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Key West Chickens
Not exactly relevant to what’s being talked about here in Athens, but it’s a good read.
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Wilkes v. Thomas
A thoughtful note on the recent Clarence-Thomas-at-UGA controversy and law professor Donald E. Wilkes’ contribution to it in Flagpole.
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