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Athens
Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Street Treats is taking online pickup orders as its North Avenue location closes while it readies a new spot at Georgia Square Mall food court in April; the owners will add DoorDash delivery (soon) to serve loyal customers. Athens Banner-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia law now allows drivers to use one earbud for phone calls, but using both remains illegal & the rule is meant to help drivers hear outside sounds. Local motorists should follow this regulation to avoid fines. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ UGA officials are seeking a demolition permit for the nearly 90-year-old Legion Pool to redevelop it into green space and additional parking; the planning department met briefly on Thursday to review traffic and debris removal details (citizens have voiced concerns about the plan). Athens Banner-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia football signed Isiah Canion from Georgia Tech on Thursday, Jan. 8 — the 6-foot-4 receiver caught 4 touchdowns last season and will join the Bulldogs as they replace three passing targets. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ After being ejected in a recent road game for striking a Florida player, Georgia's basketball center Somto Cyril said he received hundreds of hateful messages on social media—and plans to use his platform to highlight the abuse. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia defensive back Daylen Everette declared for the NFL Draft on Wednesday via Instagram & his departure leaves a key gap in his team’s secondary as new leaders will be sought for next season. The Red & Black
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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