Tim Bryant

News Director

Tim Bryant is News Director for Cox Media Group Athens and also works as an anchor and reporter for WSB Radio in Atlanta. Previous stops on the dial include Augusta and Tallahassee. Tim has reported for ABC, CBS, and the Associated Press, and has provided guest commentary and analysis on stations across the US, the U.K., and New Zealand. Tim hosts Classic City Today, 6-10 weekday mornings on 98.7FM & AM 1340 WGAU in Athens.

Area briefs: CCSD halts rentals, Winder man gets appointment from Governor

A Towns County man is facing charges that include child molestation and rape.

By Tim Bryant●

June 18, 2024 at 5:24 am EDT

Athens Homeless Coalition names first director

“We are committed to better understanding the scale and scope of homelessness in Athens."

By Tim Bryant●

June 18, 2024 at 5:17 am EDT

Today is runoff day in Athens, NE Ga

Fewer than 100 early votes were cast in a Clarke County School Board runoff.

By Tim Bryant●

June 18, 2024 at 5:00 am EDT

More Oconee Co residents face removal amid 316 upgrade plans

The state’s process of appraisal and relocation is causing uncertainty for affected residents forced to move under eminent domain.

By Tim Bryant●

June 18, 2024 at 4:43 am EDT

City Hall outlines Juneteenth closures, schedule changes

Athens Transit is not running buses, and the landfIll on Lexington road will be closed.

By Tim Bryant●

June 18, 2024 at 4:06 am EDT

Police update latest Bethel Homes shooting

A woman was pistol-whipped and a man shot and wounded.

By Tim Bryant●

June 17, 2024 at 9:33 am EDT

Area briefs: Girl still missing in Gainesville, election eve in Athens

Today is election eve in District 2 in Athens, with a School Board runoff set for Tuesday.

By Tim Bryant●

June 17, 2024 at 5:01 am EDT

Athens Tech names new member for Board of Directors

Tony Ferguson is an executive with the Georgia Power Company.

By Tim Bryant●

June 17, 2024 at 4:59 am EDT

Researchers from UGA develop nasal vaccine for COVID

“The name of our vaccine—CVXGA—is a tribute to UGA and CVM whose support over the years made this possible.”

By Tim Bryant●

June 17, 2024 at 4:54 am EDT

Clarke Co BOE names new principals for middle schools

“Dr. Turman is a highly effective, data-driven instructional leader who has demonstrated a commitment to and enthusiasm for improving student learning."

By Tim Bryant●

June 17, 2024 at 4:50 am EDT