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Athens
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Girl Scout cookie sales are ending soon as digital orders close tomorrow (Mar. 13) for delivery and rewards credit, with in-person orders wrapping up on Mar. 31 so cookie fans in Athens should act fast to grab favorites like Thin Mints and Samoas. Athens Banner-Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices increased significantly since Operation Epic Fury began; as of March 11, AAA reported a national average of $3.57 for regular gas and $3.41 in Georgia, which may lead to higher costs for drivers in Athens. FOX 5 Atlanta
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Stripling Elementary has opened its Red Rocket Market food pantry for families on weekends, as Principal Molly McAuliffe said it will help address food insecurity (donations are welcome). FOX 5 Atlanta
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ramsey Nix began her new role as education consultant at Athens-Clarke County Sustainability Department today. Nix believes that small groups of citizens can effect change for cleaner air and renewable energy. Athens Banner-Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Piedmont Oncology’s Dr. Wally Curran said colon cancer now affects more young people, with one in five cases in 2026 diagnosed in those under 55—he added that recommended screenings now start at 45. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Athens-Clarke County officials confirmed that a white community cat captured near Westwood Avenue in Bogart on March 8 tested positive for rabies at the University of Georgia — residents who interacted with the cat are urged to consult healthcare providers and check that their pets are vaccinated. WUGA
- ➤ Dr. Sylvia Morris from Kaiser Permanente advises Athens residents to take medication and make simple home changes (such as closing windows) to reduce exposure as high pollen counts trigger severe seasonal allergies. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ A study by the UGA College of Pharmacy found that breast cancer survivors using remote doctor visits were 58% more likely to stick to treatment plans, though they paid 15% more out-of-pocket + the research tracked 1,100 patients diagnosed in 2018. WUGA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament continues today at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, with Georgia set to play at 7 p.m. on the SEC Network & top-seeded Florida defending its crown while teams including Alabama & Arkansas move toward the quarterfinals. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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Barnhouse Concert
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Ages 18+ — Experience the high-energy southern rock sounds of Barnhouse as they turn up the dance party in Athens.
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Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram - The Hard Road Tour
7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Check for ticket prices — Experience the sound of a modern blues guitar hero blending Delta spirit with innovative musical exploration.
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Old Crow Medicine Show Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $78/ticket — Enjoy an evening of live music with the renowned Old Crow Medicine Show.
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2000's Party
6-9 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Get ready to groove with the biggest hits from the 2000s in a night filled with nostalgia and Y2K fashion.
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Willy Tea Taylor Concert
12-3 AM — Flicker Theatre & Bar — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of live music with singer-songwriter Willy Tea Taylor.
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French Language Class
6-7 p.m. — Oconee County Library — Free entry — Dive into the basics of French with expert instructor Emma Auer.
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Warren Hollow with Maple Street Band and The Midknighters
7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — $10 (adv.), $12 — Experience Southern rock echoes from the 1970s as Warren Hollow takes the stage alongside local favorites.
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