Farmers market has more than just food
When Angela Ielasi and her husband, Steve, first moved to Athens from Australia a few years ago, they were starting over. While her husband was looking for a job, Ielasi made earrings. "I ended up with lots of extra earrings, so I got on the Internet to find a place to sell them," Ielasi said.

Goggin: Many events in Athens celebrate local food
I am in constant amazement at the plethora of wonderful organizations and fantastic projects right here in the Athens community. Great people doing great things for great causes are everywhere!

Carol Franklin: A-C should buy farmers market
I'd like to express my frustration with the priorities of the Athens-Clarke County Commission.

Farmers' market ready for season
The Oconee County Farmers' Market will open at 8 a.m. Saturday on the grounds of the Eagle Tavern Museum. The market features fresh vegetables, fruits, plants, baked items and other assorted goodies.