Good morning, Athens.

Protesters held a human rights demonstration downtown on Friday, Feb.

6 to raise awareness about alleged treatment in Iran. They shared flyers and carried signs to keep locals informed.

The Athens Area Humane Society is fighting pet food insecurity with its Full Bellies Food Bowl program by offering free pet food and supplies.

Today at its Mitchell Bridge Road campus from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., pet owners can pick up food with support from local partners.

Athens Homeless Coalition released its January 2026 update on efforts to reduce homelessness.

The report outlines plans to boost low-barrier shelter capacity, rapid exit strategies, and funding support that helped over 600 residents & prevent evictions.

Twelve Athens Academy students won Gold and Silver Key awards at the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, with winners in photography, painting, ceramics and jewelry set to compete on a national level later.

A UGA study found that wild turkey nests produced more females than males, with 446 females and 278 males from 83 nests.

Researchers say that habitat loss in Georgia & DNA testing from eggshells revealed this trend, with the results published Feb. 4.

Piedmont Athens Regional is hosting the annual Howard Stroud Community Health Symposium and Lunch today from 9:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Medical Services Building A on King Ave to offer health education and lifesaving techniques.

Attendance and parking are free but space is limited.

Athens shoppers in need of supplies for their Super Bowl party can order decor, snacks and kitchen appliances with same-day delivery from Walmart, Sam’s Club or DoorDash today — options include charcuterie boards, slow cookers and coolers for drinks.

Georgia softball hosts its season opener Red and Black Showcase from Friday through Sunday in Athens, with five games streamed on SEC Network.

Today, fans can watch Fordham at 1 p.m. and Belmont at 3:30 p.m. on campus.

Yesterday, UGA clinched a 4-0 win over No. 20 Duke (upset victory) at Lindsey Hopkins Indoor Facility in Athens.

The University of Georgia softball team beat Missouri State 10-1 at Jack Turner Softball Stadium in Athens on Friday, Feb.

6. The team showed strong hitting and quick defense to win the game (photos capture key moments).

Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald began his coaching career at Cedar Shoals (a local high school) in Athens as a Georgia sophomore in 2008 and now prepares for Super Bowl 60 this Sunday.

The UGA women’s basketball team faced Tennessee at Stegeman Coliseum on Thursday, Feb.

5 and lost 82-77 in a closely contested game.

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.

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.

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.

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.

STOMP - Athens

7-9 p.m. — The Classic Center — Tickets required — Experience explosive rhythms with the unique percussion spectacle that enthralls audiences worldwide.

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.

K-Pop Golden Show

6:00-9:30 p.m. — Morton Theatre — Adults $30, Children $20 — Enjoy an entertaining blend of music, dance, and comedy for the whole family based on the movie K-Pop Demon Hunters.