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      Hot Topic

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    …To be more like my father

    by Tomás Dougan February 25, 2021

    CCHS senior Tomás Dougan reflects on two important events in his life and how they’ve shaped his thoughts on compassion.

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    Sharing her lesson

    by Alexander Robinson May 20, 2018

    Clarke Central High School senior and ODYSSEY Media Group staffer Karla Dougan talks about…

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    Road to recovery

    by Karla Dougan May 14, 2018

    Senior Karla Dougan recounts her emotions and experiences following a severe car accident on Dec. 31, 2016.

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    2016 Not So Silent Night Auction

    by Karla Dougan November 22, 2016

    The annual Not So Silent Night fundraiser raising money for the ODYSSEY and the Iliad will be held on Dec. 2 at the Lyndon House Arts Center.

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    ODTV Season 3, Episode 1

    by Karla Dougan November 2, 2016

    The first episode of season three of ODTV features stories on the Open House, a fall sports recap, a movie review, the first installment of “Kelly’s Kitchen” and much more.

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    Scene at Central: Back to school 2016

    by Karla Dougan August 17, 2016

    Clarke Central High School students returned to school on Aug. 9 for the beginning of the 2016-17 school year.

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    Healing the soul

    by Jurnee Louder July 2, 2016

    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.

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    Fran Tarkenton visits CCHS

    by Karla Dougan May 15, 2016

    On May 10, former NFL quarterback, television personality, and computer software executive Fran Tarkenton visited his alma mater through the Hometown Hall of Famer program.

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    Why we need to learn about consent

    by Karla Dougan April 29, 2016

    In light of the recent alleged sexual assaults in Clarke County School District, Digital Managing Editor Aneesa Conine-Nakano discusses consent and why it needs to be emphasized in schools.

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    County controversy

    by Karla Dougan April 4, 2016

    On April 7, the Clarke County School District Board of Education will conduct a public forum for community members to express concerns about the district discipline policy.

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    Moving Mara

    by Karla Dougan March 20, 2016

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

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    Looking to the diamond

    by Kennae Hunter February 4, 2016

    With the baseball season approaching, coaches and players are preparing to put their offseason work into action during the regular season.

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    The next step

    by Karla Dougan February 1, 2016

    After breaking the career interception record and leaving a lasting legacy in his four years at Clarke Central High School, senior cornerback Rayshawn McCall is ready to take the next step.

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    Cleaning the county

    by Karla Dougan January 30, 2016

    The Clarke County School District Green Cleaning program was recently awarded for its successful green cleaning efforts.

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    Sweet salvation

    by Karla Dougan January 22, 2016

    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.

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    Finding a Phamily Phavorite

    by Lucia Bermudez November 10, 2015

    Local business owner Angie Tillman fulfilled her dream with the opening of her new storefront Phickles Phun Foods earlier this year.

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    Finding a Phamily Phavorite

    by Karla Dougan November 8, 2015

    Finally fulfilling her dream, Phickles Pickles company owner Angie Tillman opened her new storefront Phickles Phun Foods earlier this year as a homemade artisan market.

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    Pinning is winning

    by Karla Dougan October 26, 2015

    Science department teacher Thomasina Miranda is offering a Glad Time Pinterest Hack Club where students will explore their artistic and creative abilities.

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    Gallery: Gladiators vs. Flowery Branch

    by Zoe Peterson October 10, 2015

    On Oct. 9, Clarke Central High School lost 21-28 against Flowery Branch High School at Billy Henderson Stadium.

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    Package: Governor’s Honors Program

    by David Ragsdale October 8, 2015

    ODYSSEY Online complied a package of several articles and one broadcast video about the Governor’s Honors Program by Tiernan O’Neill, Hannah Gale, Karla Dougan and guest writer Sutton Dunwoodie.

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    Q&A: Kiva club

    by Karla Dougan September 21, 2015

    New English teacher Ame McNair offers a globally-minded Glad Time offering for students.

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    Gallery: 2015 Classic City Championship

    by Karla Dougan September 12, 2015

    On Sept. 11, Clarke Central High School played Cedar Shoals High School in the 49th Classic City Championship. CCHS won over CSHS 29-0.

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    SCENE at Central: Cedar vs. Central

    by Julie Alpaugh September 10, 2015

    In this episode of SCENE, Julie Alpaugh and Karla Dougan visit rival schools: Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School and talk to students about the upcoming football game.

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    SCENE at Central: Back to school

    by Karla Dougan August 19, 2015

    Clarke Central High School students talk to Karla Dougan and Julie Alpaugh about what they did over summer break.

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    Condor spreads its wings

    by Karla Dougan March 6, 2015

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

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    Pedaling into the community

    by Karla Dougan January 8, 2015

    Story by KARLA DOUGAN – Broadcast Staff Ben’s Bikes is a small shop around the…

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    ODTV Episode 3 – Season 2

    by Nicholas Byrne December 22, 2014

    Nicholas Byrne and Violet Merritt anchor the third episode of Season 2.

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    Washington Farms: Fall 2014

    by Nicholas Byrne October 28, 2014

    John Washington is proud of the family atmosphere that Washington Farms provides for its…

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    ODTV Episode 1 – Season 2

    by Nicholas Byrne October 8, 2014

    Chad Rhym and Karla Dougan anchor the first episode of Season 2.

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    Homecoming dance returns for 2014

    by Fear Churchwell September 20, 2014

    Outside of Clarke County, homecoming is regarded as one of the most memorable events of high school. Although once celebrated, today this spirit is not found at Clarke Central High School.

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