Stories by Melissa Hovanes
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Tammy Lee, Middle School Teacher
She's noticed that the difficult economy has seemed to affect students' preparedness for school.
By Melissa Hovanes | June 20, 2012
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Heyward Young, Bear Creek Reservoir Attendant
In his "retirement," he works at the reservoir and has gotten his real estate license… but he still hasn't started a band.
By Melissa Hovanes | June 13, 2012
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Lauren Felten, Banker and Baker
An electronic banking specialist who bakes "gender reveal" cakes in her spare time.
By Melissa Hovanes | June 6, 2012
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Michael Pipkin, Unemployed Laborer
He can't get a job without a car but can't afford a car without a job.
By Melissa Hovanes | May 30, 2012
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Demetrice Riden, Ice Cream Shop Employee
He grew up in Athens, but is ready to finish school and move to Florida.
By Melissa Hovanes | May 23, 2012
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A New Central Location Heralds a Focus on Community
The Wednesday evening market moves from its longtime home at Little Kings to City Hall this week.
By Melissa Hovanes | May 16, 2012
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Steve Carter, Martial Arts Instructor
He may be the first Everyday Person who breaks bricks with his bare hands.
By Melissa Hovanes | May 16, 2012
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William Holley, Jr., Advocate for the Disabled
He has wise words on a variety of subjects, including how to prepare for "Arthur."
By Melissa Hovanes | May 9, 2012
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Kimberly Harding, Photographer and Student
Her 12-year-old daughter has decided to study marine biology in Boston.
By Melissa Hovanes | May 2, 2012
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Carla Parr, Retiree
She's a former special education teacher who also used to ride a motorcycle.
By Melissa Hovanes | April 25, 2012
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Lisa Pomaya, Dry Cleaner
She cleans clothes now, but she used to work in a factory here that made them.
By Melissa Hovanes | April 18, 2012
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Cynthia Jackson, Sales Consultant
In her free time, she's on a praise dance team at her church.
By Melissa Hovanes | April 11, 2012
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Tyrone Kalfus, Unemployed
They call him "Chicago," but he's lived in many more places than his hometown.
By Melissa Hovanes | April 4, 2012
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Dario Gonzales, PhD Student
A Fulbright scholar from Chile, he sometimes finds Americans too polite.
By Melissa Hovanes | March 28, 2012
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Jessica Ross, Hair Stylist
She likes living in Athens because it's so accepting of people's differences.
By Melissa Hovanes | March 21, 2012
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The ACC Landfill Encroaches on Neighbors Again
Despite a 1992 agreement, the county dump is expanding once more.
By Melissa Hovanes | March 7, 2012
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Global Poverty Project Comes to UGA Library
The worldwide initiative brings its "Live Below the Line" campaign to Athens Feb. 29.
By Melissa Hovanes | February 29, 2012
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Wednesday, January 18, 12:15 p.m. @ the UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 214
By Melissa Hovanes | January 18, 2012
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Students Confront Regents Over Immigrant Policy
By Melissa Hovanes | November 23, 2011
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