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Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Army veteran Charles Jenkins, founder of CMS Angel Refuge, organizes regular community food giveaways & partners with the Atlanta Food Bank to support residents in need. Residents can learn how to get involved through his ongoing efforts. FOX 5 Atlanta
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Shake Shack will open its first Athens location and Georgia's first drive-thru on Wednesday, Mar. 4 at 10:30 a.m. at 161 Alps Rd, offering in-dining and drive-thru service & becoming the chain's 10th restaurant in Georgia. Athens Banner-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sandy Creek Nature Center hosts a Women in Science program today from 2 to 4 p.m. at 205 Old Commerce Road. The event features a stamp display by local groups & showcases nearly 40 stamps honoring female scientists. Athens Banner-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz announced Friday an interactive website that shares archival data, maps and photos documenting the R-51 urban renewal project and its impact on downtown Athens, developed with Historic Athens + UGA to offer local residents a closer look at the city’s past. The Red & Black
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Georgia Walmart stores recalled certain Great Value cottage cheese containers after a Feb. 27 report that they may not be fully pasteurized — items with expiration dates from April 1 to April 3 should be returned since no illnesses were reported. Athens Banner-Herald
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Pike Nursery provided container planting tips with berries and bulbs from Rena Sartain to help gardeners prepare for spring. The video was posted yesterday at 11:38 a.m. FOX 5 Atlanta
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia GymDogs All-American Lily Smith missed Friday’s Kentucky meet after injuring her left foot (she now wears a boot and uses crutches) as the team edged the win; coach Cecile Canqueteau-Landi said her rest was a safety measure and her condition will be updated when back in Athens. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ The Georgia Bulldogs defeated Oakland University 16-6 at Foley Field in Athens on Friday, Feb. 27. The win showcased strong play and adds momentum to the Bulldogs' season. The Red & Black
- ➤ Georgia softball will play two games today at 1 p.m. against South Alabama and at 3:30 p.m. against UNC-Wilmington as part of its 17th Bulldog Classic in Athens running from Friday through Sunday. Fans can stream the games on the SEC Network & ESPN app. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia gymnastics faced No. 23 Kentucky in a meet at Historic Memorial Coliseum in Lexington on Friday, Feb. 27 at 6 p.m. The match—broadcast on SEC Network via ESPN—provided key season testing for both teams. Athens Banner-Herald
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Grupo La Ventaja Live Concert
8 p.m. — RODEO NIGHT CLUB ATHENS — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Grupo La Ventaja, a Cumbia Norteña band with captivating rhythms.
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St Joe's Jog 5K
10:30 a.m. — Sandy Creek Park — Registration fees apply — Participate in a community-focused race benefitting St. Joseph Catholic Parish School.
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