Good morning, Athens.

A local mother of three said a thief stole $900 in SNAP benefits from her account in January, leaving her without the expected funds.

Athens educators shared new ways to use remote learning and updated math to help kids thrive in a changing world.

The three experts shared their ideas yesterday and continue to guide local schools as teaching methods evolve.

The Georgia Department of Health inspected Athens restaurants from Jan.

27 to Feb. 3, finding some with perfect safety scores and others with violations such as mislabeled chemical spray bottles, ice buildup, and live roaches (La Montana Mexican Restaurant). The report aims to keep the community informed on food safety.

The Bulldogs Five, UGA’s first black scholarship football players, will release a documentary that shares their groundbreaking story.

The film is set to debut soon.

Athens-area high school basketball region tournaments are underway with games starting Monday, Feb.

16 and wrapping up Friday, Feb. 20 — venues include Winder-Barrow and Cedar Shoals while Athens Christian girls and boys already claimed GIAA Class 4A titles.

Six Athens-area high school wrestling programs won gold medals at state traditionals held in Morrow and Gainesville earlier this month.

Jefferson and Athens Christian led their divisions (earning multiple first-place finishes across weight classes) in these competitions.

Former Bulldogs running back Robert Edwards joins Georgia football’s support staff for the 2026 season.

His appointment was confirmed Monday night by his brother Terrence Edwards (a local source) after Edwards spent 17 years coaching high school football.

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.

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.

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.

STOMP - Athens

7-9 p.m. — The Classic Center — Tickets required — Experience explosive rhythms with the unique percussion spectacle that enthralls audiences worldwide.

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.

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.

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.

Beggar Weeds & Frankenfinger Performance

9:30 p.m. — Nowhere Bar — Entry Info N/A — Enjoy energetic punk country-blues and post-punk sounds from two vibrant Floridian bands.