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Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Feb. 7, the Friends of the Athens-Clarke County Library hosted a vintage book sale at the library that featured classics, series, signed copies, and first editions with all proceeds supporting library programs. The Red & Black
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ National Pizza Day deals are rolling out statewide as chains like 7-Eleven, Papa Murphy’s, and California Pizza Kitchen offer discounted pizzas—some specials start today and others run later this week. Athens Banner-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local filmmaker Aaron Strand’s award-winning film Withdrawal is screening at Cine downtown until Feb. 12 with Q&A sessions featuring local artist Montu Miller and Mayor Kelly Girtz — a community-backed celebration of local film success. WUGA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UGA language instructors are developing a tool to help students master the nasal sound in French and Portuguese, a key hurdle for many second language learners. The project began recently (reported Feb. 7) and aims to boost learners’ confidence on campus. WUGA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Feb. 7, the UGA equestrian team beat Texas A&M 12-7 at the UGA Equestrian Complex in Bishop. The win marked a competitive meet that added to their record. The Red & Black
- ➤ Joey Volchko talked about the Bulldogs pitching staff's growing confidence at a pre-season event on Feb. 3. His remarks came ahead of the season kickoff. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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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.
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