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In the spring of 2015, Saphir Grici started the Holy Crepe food truck in hopes of providing Athens with a unique food option and changing the culture of food trucks in the community. Since opening, the business has undergone tremendous changes.

Clarke Central High School freshman biology teacher Judith Chavarria grew up tutoring children in her hometown of Málaga, Spain. After numerous teaching experiences and unexpected decisions, Chavarria found her way to Athens.

Athens artist Lou Kregel is known for her chrysanthemum paintings located all over Athens, but more importantly how she has refused to conform to those around her.

Clarke Central High School FFA President Jordan Butler, a junior, shares her struggles with anxiety and the program that’s helped her overcome them.

Clarke Central High School freshman Jocelyn Ray grew up in Superior, Colorado, and after moving to Athens in 2017, she is having to adjust to a new sky.

Clarke Central High School senior Jeffery Blakely, also known as Kxng Blanco, aims to take his rap career far into the future.

Clarke County School District Superintendent Dr. Demond Means makes Athens his new home upon his hiring as CCSD superintendent in June. Means spoke candidly to Editor-in-Chief Lucia Bermudez about his history in and passion for education as well as his aspirations as superintendent.

Clarke Central High School fine arts teacher Amanda Price’s love for nature is not only expressed by spending time outside, it is shown in her art.

Junior Troy Deslatte has dwarfism, but he refuses to let his condition limit him.

Blanca Lynch has been a hard worker all her life, and continues to work hard at her job as a custodian at Clarke Central High School.

A three-day gender seminar at a sustainable farm community in Karnataka, India teaches emerging farmers more progressive views on gender. Participants left with an enlightened perspective to bring home to their communities.

Junior Davey Lapack hopes to implement her passions for reading, drawing and writing into her future plans after moving to Athens in July.

The Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support, which aims to provide support to cancer patients and their loved ones, has proven to be an important feature in Athens.

2007-2008 ODYSSEY Newsmagazine Editor-in-Chief Chris Miller and 2008-2009 ODYSSEY Newsmagazine Editor-in-Chief Bryan Barks discuss their upcoming wedding, how they met and how ODYSSEY shaped their relationship.

The hip shop that Jim Adams dreamt of for years, with the same prices for the past 30 years.

At the start of high school, sophomore Deunte Oliphant and a number of his friends started a group called “$adboyz” in hopes of becoming known and spreading their idea that “If you ain’t cryin’, you lyin.’”

Clarke Central graduate and security guard Jillian Anderson has taken a new turn in her career. From CCHS to Albany State University, Anderson pursued a career in computer science but now her eyes are set on a professional basketball career.

Clarke Central High School math department teacher Alex Szatkowski learned the power of choosing happiness at a young age when she decided to quit her pursuit to be a professional dancer.

Clarke Central High School security officer Vara Loggins overcame her struggles to become a positive role model at CCHS.

The Wegmann family has been involved at Clarke Central since 1987, providing support to the academic and athletic programs with five family members who attended the school.

Junior Mara Bastow grew up as a member of a military family and despite its hardships, she would not trade the experience for anything.

Freshman Paulina Hafer has faced a lot of hardships in her life, but the support of her family, friends and the Athens community have helped her become the person she is today.

When asked what three adjectives describe her best, junior Cindi Munoz said, “Creative, sensitive and outgoing.” Digital Managing Editor Aneesa Conine-Nakano explores how her personality affects the different roles Cindi plays.

College athletes reflect on their experience as full time athletes as well as students, and the difficulties they encountered.

First-generation college students are students whose parents did not attend college. Though they do face barriers that others may not face, some students continue to persevere with support from their family, school and community.

Digital Managing Editor Aneesa Conine-Nakano reflects on the life of her grandfather Akira “Ken” Nakano, a Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor who dedicated his life to service.

Sweet Olive Farm Animal Rescue began as a dog shelter in Atlanta, but has grown to become a prominent animal rescue group in the community.

Senior Andre Magyar chooses to commit himself to his many hobbies in order to live life to its full potential.

Clarke County School District now have an alternative route to their high school diploma: Foothills education Charter High School.

Junior Mia Wilhite’s experience with homelessness has led her to make the most of every situation through unstable times.

Upon walking into the main entrance of Clarke Central High School, visitors see a sliding glass window with a laminated sign that reads ‘FRONT OFFICE.’ Tucked away behind those windows sits Linda Glenn at her desk, a CCHS graduate and current secretary of 12 years.

Freshman Delia Adamson explores how the Student Government Association has changed initiative over the past years.

Condor Chocolates, located at 1658 S Lumpkin St, ensures their chocolate comes from specific…

Recent widespread national news coverage covering sexual assault, harassment and consent has sparked conversations of the issues within the Clarke Central High School community.

Sophomore and cancer survivor, Florence White does not allow her past experience with illness to define her.

The Independent Baking Company recently opened up in Five Points.

In 2000-01, the Clarke County School District moved from a year-long schedule with six classes each day to a block schedule with four classes each day and a new set of classes second semester.

Former classmates of Clarke Central High School graduate and grandson of Billy Henderson, Zach Henderson, honor his name with a scholarship aimed at sending children with special needs to summer camp.

When students returned to Clarke Central High School from Thanksgiving break on Nov. 26, a transformation had occurred.