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Athens
Monday, March 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Eddie Whitlock’s comedy play Death Comes for Charlie, selected in the Winterville Players’ contest, will be performed at Marigold Auditorium on April 24 and 25. The show marks his return to stage writing and offers local fans a chance to enjoy fresh humor. Classic City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Clarke County School District has renamed Cedar Shoals' ball field James Holston Field and scheduled a dedication ceremony for April 1 at 5 p.m. before the Jaguars’ home game against Greene County, honoring the late coach’s 34-year legacy (teacher and mentor to countless students). Classic City News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials urge boaters and anglers to follow the clean, drain, dry process today to stop invasive species from harming local waterways. Residents are asked to report any unusual plants or animals to protect our ecosystems. Athens Banner-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Athens Mayor and Commission extended a moratorium on new data centers until Friday, June 5, as residents express concerns about environmental impact at the Athena Studios property near Ben Epps Airport+ officials will propose a new ordinance next month to improve zoning and sustainability. The Red & Black
- ➤ The Athens-Clarke County Fire Department unveiled its new $2 million Rosenbauer T-Rex ladder truck today at Station 1 downtown to enhance high-rise rescues and fire responses. With an advanced boom (115-ft vertical and 93-ft horizontal reach) and improved safety features, the truck will boost access to challenging locations. Athens Banner-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UGA Block and Bridle club held the 51st Great Southland Stampede Rodeo at the UGA Livestock Instructional Arena in Athens on Saturday, Mar. 21. The student-run event was the largest rodeo and celebrated its 51st year. The Red & Black
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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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Drivin' N' Cryin' Live
7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Under 18 with parent or guardian — Enjoy a night of legendary Southern rock with recent music hall inductees Drivin' N' Cryin'.
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Mize: Free Documentary Screening
6-7:30 p.m. — Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries — Free admission — Watch a documentary revealing baseball Hall-of-Famer Johnny Mize's story through the lens of author Jerry Grillo.
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