Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
Good morning, Athens.
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.
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.
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-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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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