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Thursday, March 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services will host several Easter events for kids, including an egg hunt at Heard Park on April 12 (11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.) for children aged 5–12; Breakfast with the Bunny at Memorial Park on April 19 with two 45-minute sessions starting at 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. that require registration; and an egg scramble at Lay Park with the Athens-Clarke County PD on April 19 (10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.) for kids 10 and under. Classic City News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kroger officials say a new Kroger Marketplace will open in May at 2301 College Station Road as the current store closes and 300 employees transition to the 116,274-square-foot building; the development will create 100 to 200 new jobs plus later add a fuel center and retail space. The Red & Black
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Justice Department announced on March 19 in Athens that 29-year-old Venezuelan Diego Jose Ibarra, who pleaded guilty during the Laken Riley murder investigation after using a fraudulent Green Card, was sentenced to 48 months in prison — he will be deported along with his brother and a former roommate. Classic City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday, March 18, the Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission met to discuss the Gaines School Road project and a resolution on Black minority inequities. They will vote on these issues at the next session on April 1 — and more talks on traffic, density, and design are expected — as residents voiced their concerns. The Red & Black
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia men’s golf team clinched the title at the Linger Longer Invitational at The Landing at Reynolds Lake Oconee with a score of 30 under par that edged past Alabama by two strokes — strong performances from top finishers set the team up for their next competition on March 27 in San Francisco. The Bulldogs will bring that momentum into postseason play. The Red & Black
- ➤ Georgia basketball is set to try for its first NCAA Tournament win since 2002 in a 4:35 p.m. game against Gonzaga today. Former All-SEC guard Ezra Williams, who runs a youth basketball academy in Vienna, Austria, said the team must get strong play from both its guards and big players to move forward. Athens Banner-Herald
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LSU Tigers vs Georgia Bulldogs Softball Match
The LSU Tigers will face off against the Georgia Bulldogs in a college softball game at Jack Turner Softball Stadium in Athens, GA.
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Nefesh Mountain: Beacons Album Release Concert
Nefesh Mountain will celebrate the release of their new album 'Beacons' with a concert featuring their innovative blend of bluegrass roots and new musical influences.
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LSU Tigers vs. Georgia Bulldogs Softball Match
Watch the Georgia Bulldogs take on the LSU Tigers in an exciting softball game at Jack Turner Softball Stadium in Athens, GA.
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Georgia Bulldogs vs. West Georgia Wolves Baseball Match
Experience the excitement of the Georgia Bulldogs taking on the West Georgia Wolves in a live baseball game at Foley Field.
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Oklahoma State Cowgirls vs. Georgia Bulldogs Softball Game
The Georgia Bulldogs will face off against the Oklahoma State Cowgirls in a collegiate softball matchup at Jack Turner Softball Stadium in Athens, GA.
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Shovels & Rope Live at 40 Watt Club
Shovels & Rope will perform at 40 Watt Club, delivering a night of energetic storytelling and dynamic music from their latest album, along with a special performance by Langhorne Slim.
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Auburn Tigers vs. Georgia Bulldogs Baseball Game
This outdoor baseball game at Foley Field will feature nearly 3,000 attendees, including fans, students, alumni, and families, with a community-focused presence from LifeLink.
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Athens Home Expo 2025
The Athens Home Expo offers attendees the opportunity to engage with industry experts, gain insights, and explore various home improvement options.
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Easter Egg Hunt at Taylor-Grady House
1-3 p.m. — Taylor-Grady House — Free — Kids can enjoy an exciting Easter Egg Hunt, meet the Easter Bunny, and partake in festive activities.
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Mercer Bears at Georgia Bulldogs Softball
6-10 p.m. | Jack Turner Softball Stadium | Ticket information not provided | Catch a thrilling softball matchup as the Bulldogs take on the Bears in Athens.
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