Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.
Good morning, Athens.
🏘️ Community
Athens-Clarke County is offering temporary pop-up warming resources at the Multimodal Transportation Center today and tonight; ongoing emergency shelters & services for individuals and families are also available as cold weather continues.
Residents should check ACCGov websites for the latest details.
🏈 Sports
The Ice Dawgs rallied to an 8-1 win over Florida State at the Savannah Hockey Classic, with key goals from Spencer Watson and Charlie Kerrigan (their building block for a strong offense).
They return to Athens for a three-game homestand, with Game 1 on Friday, Jan. 23 at Akins Ford Arena.
Georgia guard Jeremiah Wilkinson scored a season-high 32 points in overtime against Ole Miss and leads his team at 17.8 points per game as the Bulldogs prepare to face Arkansas on Saturday.
Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr. put up 18 points & 13 assists in Wednesday's win, promising a challenge.
Georgia gymnastics upset LSU on Friday night at a sold-out Stegeman Coliseum with a final score of 197.200 to 196.850 and will face Oklahoma on Jan.
23.
Georgia Bulldogs beat Arkansas 90-76 on Saturday, Jan.
17 at Stegeman Coliseum, earning their first Quad 1 win after a home loss to Ole Miss. Coach Mike White said they will focus on upcoming road games (against Missouri, Texas, and Tennessee) as they pursue back-to-back March Madness trips.
🎉 Athens Events
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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.
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.
T. Hardy Morris Live Concert
7:00-11:00 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Tickets available — Experience the melodic tunes and engaging lyrics of T. Hardy Morris live on stage.
Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special
7:00 p.m. — 1051 Baxter — $43 — Experience the enchanting music of Hans Zimmer performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
Jeremy Would Let Me Drown Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — The Foundry — Secure your tickets — Experience an engaging live performance with Jeremy Would Let Me Drown in Athens.
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