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Wednesday, January 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Last week in Athens featured the return of UGA students for spring semester, a rare snow day, victories for UGA Men's Basketball, a loss for the Athens Rock Lobsters, and an All Elite Wrestling event. The Red & Black
- ➤ Athens-Clarke County Solid Waste Department announces a shift in collection dates for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday in 2025, with adjustments for residential and commercial services outside the Downtown District. Athens-Clarke County
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Athens man arrested after a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle ends in a crash. Classic City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ "The Woman in the Yard," a new supernatural horror film produced by Blumhouse and starring Danielle Deadwyler, was the first major production filmed at Athena Studios in Athens and is set to release on March 28. Athens Banner-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Artis Stevens, the CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and UGA alumnus, will present the Holmes-Hunter Lecture on February 18, celebrating the legacy of the University of Georgia's first Black students. WUGA
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Athens Rock Lobsters defeated the Carolina Thunderbirds 7-4, marking their sixth win in seven games and a strong return for forward Malik Johnson. The Red & Black
- ➤ Clarke Central boys' basketball team faces an unprecedented season with a 0-15 record so far, as Athens-area high school teams enter the final month of the season with varied standings. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Simone Biles will attend the University of Georgia's first home gymnastics meet of 2025 due to her connection with the Bulldogs' new co-head coach, Cecile Canqueteau-Landi, her personal coach for eight years. Athens Banner-Herald
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Knock Knock, Who Cares? Improv Show
A whimsical improv troupe known for their engaging narrative performances, featuring humor and rhyming sequences.
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Tennessee Volunteers vs. UGA Ice Dawgs Men's Hockey Game
The UGA Ice Dawgs compete against the University of Tennessee in an exciting college hockey matchup.
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Tina - The Tina Turner Musical at The Classic Center
Tina – The Tina Turner Musical narrates the inspiring journey of the iconic Queen of Rock and Roll through her timeless hits and struggles to stardom.
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Tyler Ramsey Live at Hotel Indigo's Rialto Club
Tyler Ramsey, a folk and indie rock singer-songwriter, will perform an all-seated show at the Rialto Room, featuring introspective music rooted in his experiences from North Carolina.
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First Annual Classic City Blues Fest
The Classic City Blues Fest will feature performances by notable artists including Boosie, West Love, and Tyree Neal at The Classic Center in Athens, GA.
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Smooth Jazz Performance by Saxophonist J. Henry
Award-winning saxophonist J. Henry will perform along with his band in a smooth jazz show at the Rialto Club, offering a charismatic live music experience.
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Tom Segura Live in Athens
Comedian Tom Segura, known for his sharp humor and impressive credentials, performs live at Akins Ford Arena.
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Perpetual Groove Concert
Perpetual Groove will perform live at Georgia Theatre in Athens, showcasing their unique musical style.
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The Pink Stones Live at 40 Watt Club
The Pink Stones will be performing live at the 40 Watt Club in Athens.
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Jameson Tank Live Performance
Jameson Tank will perform live at the Georgia Theatre in Athens.
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