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Sunday, February 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of February.

CRIME NEWS

  • A Loganville man was sentenced to four years in prison for making secret recordings of a woman without her consent.  Athens Banner-Herald

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Robert Boswell IV becomes CEO of Boswell Oil Co., taking over from his father, Bob Boswell III, who led the company for 40 years and remains chairman of the board.  Athens Banner-Herald

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Athens-Clarke County's Transit Development Plan for the next five years awaits Commission approval in April, offering a chance for public input on future public transportation changes.  WUGA
  • Local governments, including Athens-Clarke County, intend to participate in the approval process for Georgia Power's upcoming Integrated Resource Plan to advocate for their energy goals.  WUGA

SPORTS NEWS

  • Luca Urlando secures the first gold medal for Georgia at the 2025 SEC Championships with a near-record time in the men's 200 yard butterfly.  The Red & Black
  • Georgia's baseball team showcased a powerful offensive performance, securing a 15-1 victory against the University of Illinois Chicago in their home-opener's second game.  The Red & Black

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Wed, 3/5/25

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  • Georgia Bulldogs vs. Columbia Lions Baseball Game

    The Georgia Bulldogs baseball team will face off against the Columbia Lions at Foley Field in Athens, GA.

    Fri, 3/7/25

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  • A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation

    A Taste of Ireland showcases vibrant Irish music and dance performed by world-class artists, blending traditional and contemporary elements that tell the story of Ireland's history with humor and flair.

    Sun, 3/9/25

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  • Georgia Bulldogs Baseball vs. East Tennessee State Buccaneers

    This baseball matchup features the Georgia Bulldogs facing off against the East Tennessee State Buccaneers at Foley Field in Athens, GA.

    Tue, 3/11/25

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