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Monday, February 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Athens First United Methodist Church is considering a $2 million offer to sell the Saye Building, which it initially planned to demolish for a parking lot, amidst public opposition and a postponed demolition permit. Athens Banner-Herald
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters in Athens-Clarke County quickly controlled a house fire, ensuring residents escaped safely though their pets were lost in the incident. Classic City News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Henry Thomas was indicted by a Clarke County grand jury for aggravated assault, battery, and attempted robbery after attacking a woman in 2021. Classic City News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Yossi Kitchen, a new Indian fusion restaurant inside Prince Market in Athens, Georgia, offers customizable dishes and is open daily for dine-in and take-out. Athens Banner-Herald
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The No. 11 Georgia gymnastics team defeated No. 15 Arkansas 197.125-197.050 at their home pink-out Valentine's Day meet, maintaining an undefeated home record this season. The Red & Black
- ➤ Athens-area high school wrestlers achieved notable success in the GHSA 2024-25 winter sports season, with Jefferson sweeping the boys competition and significant individual victories across various weight classes. Athens Banner-Herald
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Georgia State Panthers at Georgia Bulldogs Baseball Match
Experience an exciting baseball game featuring the Georgia Bulldogs against the Georgia State Panthers at Foley Field.
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