Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
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Athens Academy football team, emphasizing community service as a core value, raised over $30,000 for the Family Protection Center by participating in the Polar Bear Plungefest for the second consecutive year.
Clarke County middle school students won medals and advanced to state science fair, with standout projects in various scientific inquiries.
The University of Georgia Student Government Association held a debate for the executive ticket, the Impact team, discussing initiatives like cybersecurity, food insecurity solutions, and the introduction of a digital student ID, with voting set from Feb.
17 to 19.
UGA plans a $115.7 million renovation of Creswell Hall to modernize facilities with enhanced privacy, community spaces, and energy-efficient systems, aiming to complete by 2028.
The University of Georgia's University Council approved new minor, certificate, and online programs, while also terminating several inactive programs during their February 2025 meeting.
Kylie Jenner promoted her Sprinter Vodka Soda in Athens, Georgia, with a surprise appearance by country singer Ella Langley at a special event.
No. 1 Georgia women's tennis team won the ITA National Team Indoor Championship by defeating No. 2 Texas A&M 4-1, marking their first national title since 2019, with notable performance from Dasha Vidmanova.
The Athens Rock Lobsters secured their sixth straight win by defeating the Columbus River Dragons 6-4, highlighted by Garrett Milan's hat trick.
47th Annual Human Race 5K
The 47th Annual Human Race 5K at Oconee Veterans Park features a race benefiting the Catholic Student Association, followed by a light breakfast and awards ceremony.
Georgia Bulldogs Softball: Red & Black Showcase Day 4
The Georgia Bulldogs Softball team will host the Red & Black Showcase Day 4 event at Jack Turner Softball Stadium in Athens, GA.
Classic City Wrestling and Drive-By Truckers Spectacle
Experience an exciting night of live wrestling matches and a concert by Drive-By Truckers at the 40 Watt Club this President's Day.
UIC Flames vs. Georgia Bulldogs Baseball Match
The UIC Flames will face off against the Georgia Bulldogs in a college baseball game at Foley Field in Athens, GA.
Georgia Bulldogs Softball: Georgia Classic Day 1
The Georgia Bulldogs Softball team will host the Georgia Classic Day 1 at the Jack Turner Softball Stadium in Athens, GA.
Georgia Bulldogs Softball - Georgia Classic Day 2
The Georgia Bulldogs Softball team will compete in the second day of the Georgia Classic at Jack Turner Softball Stadium in Athens.
Cowboy Bebop Live Concert
Experience a live performance by a 14-piece ensemble playing the music from the acclaimed anime Cowboy Bebop.
Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Tribute Experience
Zoso, the premier Led Zeppelin tribute band, celebrates 28 years of performances by delivering an authentic and detailed live representation of the band's classic era.
Georgia Bulldogs Softball - Bulldog Classic Day 1
This event features the Georgia Bulldogs softball team competing in the Bulldog Classic at Jack Turner Softball Stadium in Athens, GA.
Georgia Bulldogs Softball - Bulldog Classic Day 2
The Bulldog Classic Day 2 features competitive softball matches at Jack Turner Softball Stadium in Athens, GA.
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