The Ripple Effect Film Project is accepting submissions for the film contest until January 25, 2019. The contest is open to filmmakers of all ages and experience levels with a connection to Athens, GA. Finalist films will be shown at the Blue Carpet Premiere in Athens on March 23, 2019. Get official contest rules and details at RippleEffectFilmProject.org.

Do you know an individual, business, or organization that demonstrates wise water use? If so, you may know the 2019 ACC Water Conservation Leadership Award recipient. Share with us your candidate's water-saving efforts and nominate them for the 2019 ACC Water Conservation Leadership Award. Nominations are being accepted through February 8, 2019. The award recipient will be recognized during the Green Life Expo & Awards on February 23 at the Athens-Clarke County Library.