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Athens
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wim Tapley and the Cannons and Karma Kat headlined the Rock the Ark benefit concert at Georgia Theatre downtown on Wednesday, Jan. 28 to raise funds for eviction prevention in Athens. The Red & Black
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kappa Sigma faces investigation after allegations of hazing emerged, with reports that pledges were made to perform dangerous tasks including excessive substance consumption that led to repeated medical attention. Classic City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Bulldogs Original Five Foundation is set to premiere “The First Five: Legacy in Motion,” a documentary that honors University of Georgia's first Black scholarship players with a screening and Q&A at The Gathering Spot in Atlanta on Sunday, Feb. 22 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.; tickets cost $40 for general admission and $100 for VIP. The Red & Black
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The UGA Student Alumni Council hosted a Founders Day celebration at Tate Student Center after a Tuesday event was rescheduled due to weather. Students wrote thank you cards, received Chick-fil-A sandwiches and T-shirts, and learned about study abroad opportunities (celebrating experiential learning). The Red & Black
- ➤ The University of Georgia has announced its spring Signature Lecture Series featuring Nobel and Pulitzer winners among other prominent speakers. The free lectures begin Feb. 9 at Mahler Hall and run through Apr. 23 at various UGA venues. The Red & Black
- ➤ UGA’s online degree programs ranked among the top 20 nationwide, with its online Master’s in Education holding at 18 and its overall online graduation ranking jumping to 7 according to U.S. News & World Report. Over the past two years, the university added 30 new programs & introduced its first online doctoral offering. WUGA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 40,000 vehicles in Georgia have been recalled due to faulty child car seat latches (a Carfax report noted that many connectors do not secure seats properly). Owners should check their vehicles to ensure proper child safety. FOX 5 Atlanta
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The State Botanical Garden on South Milledge Avenue is getting a new $5 million entrance with enhanced parking & improved trail access to better serve school bus groups of over 4,000 children, with construction set to finish later this year while visitation remains uninterrupted. Athens Banner-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia's men's basketball team lost 86-85 in overtime to Tennessee at Stegeman Coliseum on Wednesday, Jan. 28. The Red & Black
- ➤ A new projection for Georgia football's 2026 offensive depth chart has been released ahead of spring practice, showing changes after recent departures and transfers. Gunner Stockton remains the starting quarterback while new talent competes for key positions on the line and at running back. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Todd Monken, a former Georgia assistant, was hired as head coach of the Cleveland Browns on Jan. 28. He follows more than half a dozen Kirby Smart assistants who have advanced to head coaching jobs. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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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.
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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.
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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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Laundry Day Concert
7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Tickets from $44 — Enjoy a lively night with last-minute concert tickets at one of Athens' iconic venues.
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Georgia Bulldogs vs. Samford Bulldogs Baseball
2-4 p.m. — Foley Field — Tickets starting at $33 — Cheer on the Bulldogs in an exciting spring baseball matchup.
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Fashioning the Classic Bride: A Conversation with Anne Barge Clegg
6-8 p.m. — Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries — Free entry — Explore bridal fashion insights from renowned designer Anne Barge Clegg during a discussion and exhibition tour.
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STOMP - Athens
7-9 p.m. — The Classic Center — Tickets required — Experience explosive rhythms with the unique percussion spectacle that enthralls audiences worldwide.
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Spirit Brands North American Open 2026
8:00 AM - 7:59 AM — 300 N Thomas St, Athens, GA — Fee required — Cheer on all-star teams as they compete at this exciting multi-day cheerleading event.
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