Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
Good morning, Athens.
🎭 Culture
Indie band Dhemo (featuring Annie Leeth and Little Mae) will perform at Ciné on Saturday, Jan.
10 with doors opening at 8 p.m. and the show starting at 9 p.m.; tickets cost $10.
Athens-based band Workhorses of the Entertainment/Recreational Industry, made up of veteran musicians, will perform alongside Scott Low & the Blue Bouillon at The Foundry on Friday, Jan.
9 with doors at 6 p.m. and the show at 7:30 p.m., while tickets cost $10 (with UGA ID) or $15.
🎓 Education
The University of Georgia said on Dec.
26 that it will demolish Legion Pool — a rarely used 90-year-old facility that costs millions to repair — as critics gather over 2,000 signatures to preserve the historic site.
🏥 Health
Georgians must enroll by Jan.
15 for Affordable Care Act coverage starting in February as premiums have surged after a subsidy dispute caused some to drop their insurance (Athens residents should review their options soon).
📰 Lifestyle
Namak Restaurant opened on the westside at 1155 Mitchell Bridge Rd in the former International Grill & Bar space and held its soft opening on Dec.
26. The restaurant offers traditional Pakistani cuisine featuring meat-centric dishes after debuting in Alpharetta in January 2024.
📰 Real Estate
Georgia Square Mall redevelopment is stalled as The Leaven Group lacks a viable financing path; ACC officials will consider an overlay zoning district allowing public input to guide future development.
The project, planned to offer affordable housing & greenspace, may be sold to another developer.
🏈 Sports
North Oconee wide receiver Dallas Dickerson decommitted from Kentucky football after being released from his letter of intent and has reopened his recruitment.
He confirmed his decision by text — and on Instagram after graduating last December and helping lead his school to its first state title.
Samford defensive back Brody Tolbert, a Prince Avenue alum, announced his transfer to Georgia on Tuesday, Jan.
6, under head coach Kirby Smart. The sophomore plans to continue his career as a Bulldog after one season with Samford.
🎉 Athens Events
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Workhorses of the Entertainment/Recreational Industry with Scott Low
7-9 p.m. — The Foundry — $10 adv / $15 door — Experience a soulful night of Americana & Blues with traditional folk and lonesome bluegrass melodies.
Don Toberman: Ping-Pong Champ
8-10 p.m. — Canopy Studio — Tickets required — Experience an absurd and hilarious clown showdown featuring pantomime ping-pong antics.
LSU Tigers at Georgia Bulldogs Women's Gymnastics
7-9 p.m. — Stegeman Coliseum — Stream available — Watch a thrilling women's gymnastics showdown as LSU visits Georgia.
Leif Ove Andsnes Piano Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — University of Georgia Performing Arts Center — $10 (w/ UGA ID), $42–96 — Renowned Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes captivates audiences with works by Kurtág and Janáček.
Dead Beat Club Live Band Karaoke
7-10 p.m. — The Foundry — $15-$50 — Experience the thrill of singing with a live rock band in a fun karaoke night.
Departure - Journey Tribute Band
8-10:30 p.m. — The Foundry — $20 (adv.), $25 — Experience the electrifying tribute to the legendary 80’s rock group Journey.
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