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Sunday, February 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of February.

CRIME NEWS

  • A 20-year-old was arrested for DUI and possessing a stolen gun after a high-speed chase where he sped through a red light and exhibited signs of intoxication.  Classic City News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Kroger Marketplace project in Athens is expected to open by summer 2025, offering a 116,274-square-foot store with various amenities including a Starbucks and pharmacy.  Athens Banner-Herald

HEALTH NEWS

  • X3 Sports in Athens offers boxing classes for Parkinson's patients, improving symptoms and providing a supportive community, led by coach Maura Cartwright since 2020.  The Red & Black

SPORTS NEWS

  • Georgia basketball's struggle in February games has notably reduced their chances of securing a NCAA tournament spot, compounded by recent losses and tough upcoming matches.  Athens Banner-Herald

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Mon, 2/17/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 2/20/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 2/21/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 2/22/25

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  • Cowboy Bebop Live Concert

    Experience a live performance by a 14-piece ensemble playing the music from the acclaimed anime Cowboy Bebop.

    Wed, 2/26/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 2/27/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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  • Georgia Bulldogs Softball - Bulldog Classic Day 2

    The Bulldog Classic Day 2 features competitive softball matches at Jack Turner Softball Stadium in Athens, GA.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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  • Georgia Bulldogs Softball: Bulldog Classic Day 3

    This event features day three of the Bulldog Classic softball tournament hosted by the Georgia Bulldogs at Jack Turner Softball Stadium in Athens.

    Sun, 3/2/25

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  • Georgia Bulldogs vs. High Point Panthers Baseball

    Experience an exciting baseball matchup between the Georgia Bulldogs and High Point Panthers at Foley Field.

    Tue, 3/4/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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