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Monday, January 12th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Casting Call Ep. 57 covered casting, job and networking opportunities in Georgia's film industry as FOX LOCAL host Judayah Murray and entertainment insider Tess Hammock offered insights from a discussion posted Jan. 11 at 2:48 p.m. FOX 5 Atlanta
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Taz’s Hol+ launched on Jan. 11 to offer holistic care for weight, hormones and stress by blending functional, primary and lifestyle medicine. Local residents now can access personalized care through full-service clinics, telehealth and digital programs. Athens Banner-Herald
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Suncatcher Cafe at the Watkinsville Chevron station offers homemade biscuits and Southern breakfast from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday through Friday and 6 a.m. to noon on Saturday since 2017, with dishes starting at $2.50. Owner Sheila Bennett welcomes visitors with friendly service. Athens Banner-Herald
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Financing of $65 million has been approved for the second phase of The Square at NoDA redevelopment on Madison Avenue near downtown, with construction set to begin soon. The public-private partnership includes the housing authority & two real estate companies to build 146 apartments and retail space. Athens Banner-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia narrowly defeated South Carolina 75-70 in Columbia as Catchings and Cyril led a second-half comeback — Coach Mike White said the win followed a tough loss to Florida, and the Bulldogs head home to prepare for Wednesday's clash with Ole Miss. The Red & Black
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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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