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Athens
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sloan Brothers will release their new album, Love & Other Diagnoses, Friday, Feb. 13. A release day party is scheduled at Ciné at 1 p.m. featuring a performance by Jay Gonzalez. Flagpole
- ➤ Athens GA Live Music, led by Gregory Frederick & Frank Russell, documents local and touring bands at classic Athens venues. Shows included Derby and Bella Larson & the Scene Kids at The World Famous on Feb. 3 and Los Cantares with Pilgrim at Flicker Theatre & Bar on Feb. 9. Flagpole
- ➤ Comedian John Mulaney will perform his new special, Mister Whatever, at The Classic Center on Saturday, Feb. 14, with doors opening at 6 p.m. Tickets cost between $69.25 and $242.50. Flagpole
- ➤ Dead Beat Club, a new bar and live music venue replacing Buvez, will host its inaugural show on Friday, Feb. 13 at 6 p.m. (doors) and 8 p.m. (show) featuring Athens supergroup Blue Stars and folk-prog musician Klark Sound; tickets cost $15.91 for advanced purchase and $19.41 at the door. Flagpole
- ➤ Athens-based bedroom pop band Crazier debuted new track 'Dissolving' with a music video today. The song is the first single off the upcoming EP This Dog Spits set to release on Apr. 10 on a 7-inch vinyl — recorded at Chase Park Transduction. Flagpole
- ➤ Historic Athens Mardi Gras is set for Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 40 Watt Club, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and the show starting at 7 p.m.; the event will feature live jazz, forró, salsa, a drag show, and local food, with tickets from $42.42 to $83.82 and proceeds benefiting Historic Athens. Flagpole
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ UGA economists forecast slow but positive growth for 2026, with Athens predicted to beat state trends thanks to strong schools and hospitals. They noted rising home costs and few new jobs, and said cuts in federal funding for universities may challenge future development (Classic Center, Feb. 4). Flagpole
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UGA will demolish Legion Pool to build four sand volleyball courts as a new backyard gathering space for students. Construction begins this spring and will finish in the fall after approval from the University System of Georgia & Governor Brian Kemp. WUGA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Athens-Clarke County and the Athens Downtown Development Authority began a redesign of College Square on Jan. 28 to transform this downtown space into a venue for live music, markets — festivals. The $6.5M project is set to open before UGA’s home game on Sept. 5 and finish in October 2026. The Red & Black
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Feb. 10, the University of Georgia softball team hosted a free youth clinic for local players to sharpen their skills on the field. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Georgia basketball will face No. 14 Florida today after a win at LSU steadied their NCAA hopes amid a three-game losing streak. Experts project the Bulldogs between an No. 8 and No. 10 seed, keeping their tournament bid within reach. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia basketball coach Mike White signed a three-year contract extension that increases his annual pay from $3.91 million to $4.41 million, effective through April 30, 2031— the deal also includes buyout clauses and was signed by White, AD Josh Brooks and UGA president Jere Morehead following last season’s tournament appearance. 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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Cracker Concert Series
Doors open at 7:00 PM — 40 Watt Club — $30+ — Experience three nights of diverse performances including a special songwriter circle and a full album play.
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