Articles below retrieved from NewsBank.  Focused on local newspaper in order to get a feeling for local initiatives, sentiments; oldest (from 2015-2016) posted first.

Athens could see continuing downward trend in homelessness.  Published in the Banner-Herald, February 1, 2015.

This article anticipated the homeless count of 2015, predicting reduction from previous two years.  This turned out to be true, making it the third year of declining numbers.  Worth noting: the count of 2016  showed continuing reduction in the number of affected individuals.

With common wealth, the ark seeks to end rule of predatory lenders.  Published in the Banner-Herald, Feb 12, 2016.

People in poor households may be just one unexpected expense away from homelessness.  ARK not only provides emergency funds when possible but also empowers individuals by offering guidance about financial management.

Obama, Biden: help end homelessness for veterans.  Published in the Banner-Herald, April 23, 2015.

Michele Obama and Jill Biden advocated for help for homeless veterans, calling on communities and coalitions to take on this issue.  As noted above, homeless figures had already been dropping in Athens (and Georgia overall) – however, the largest drop has been in the sector of homeless veterans.

After a decade, Athens resource center for hope takes first step.  Published in the Banner-Herald, March 18, 2016.

This center opened just recently.  It provides housing for families experiencing homelessness and a variety of services for the larger population of individuals experiencing homelessness.

Jackson EMC Foundation awards 47K to agencies serving local residents.  Published in the Banner-Herald, July 31, 2016.

Jackson EMC awarded funds to be distributed to localities.  In Athens, it went to ARK to help in providing emergency relief to those facing unexpected expenses that might ultimately lead to displacement.