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Tuesday, March 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Last week in Athens brought a mix of events— a pandemic baby was featured five years after the start of COVID, the UGA women's softball team played a game, United Campus Workers held a protest, the globetrotters visited, and Joey Chestnut joined a charity event at Alpha Epsilon Pi's Dog Off. The Red & Black
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tre Vele is hosting a chicken parm competition in honor of March Madness to let diners choose which dish earns a permanent menu spot—chef Ian Winslade showcased the finalists on March 24th. FOX 5 Atlanta
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 3-month-old boy died Sunday morning on Tallassee Road after he was found unresponsive in bed while his mother worked and his cousin cared for him—an adult male reported finding him on his side, called 911 at 8:28 a.m., and doctors pronounced him dead as detectives began investigating with no foul play suspected. Classic City News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Due to the ongoing bird flu outbreak, grocery stores in Athens have raised egg prices and limited sales—affecting students like Savannah Bowden and local restaurants that depend on eggs for breakfast. Local farms are seeing more demand and experts warn that egg costs may rise further before the virus slows down in the summer—leaving consumers with fewer options. The Red & Black
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 400 Athens citizens submitted more than 160 questions to Congressman Mike Collins’s Monroe office after he declined to attend a busy town hall meeting — community leaders Barbara Burt and Harold Thompson led the delivery and said they will continue urging him to meet with voters. Classic City News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia baseball improved in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches poll on Monday by rising two spots to No. 3 after sweeping Florida in Gainesville—marking its highest ranking since March 16 when it was No. 2. The Bulldogs, with a 24–2 record and a 5–1 SEC mark, will play West Georgia today before hosting Auburn in a three-game series starting Friday. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ The Georgia women's tennis team defeated Oklahoma University 4-0 at the Dan Magill Tennis Complex in Athens on March 23rd—showing strong play in a match held at home. The Red & Black
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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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Georgia Bulldogs vs. Texas A&M Aggies Softball Match
3:30 a.m. | Jack Turner Softball Stadium | Affordable tickets available | Experience the thrill of Georgia Bulldogs battling Texas A&M in an exciting live softball match.
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Georgia Bulldogs vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs
11:30 p.m. — Jack Turner Softball Stadium — Affordable tickets available — Witness an exciting showdown between the Bulldogs in a thrilling softball matchup.
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Outpace Parkinson's 1-Mile and 5K
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Sandy Creek Park — Entry fee applies — Run or walk to support Parkinson's research and help make strides for a cure.
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Roommate, Goodjoys, and Echolocations Concert
8 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $8 - $12 — Experience a night of indie rock with dynamic performances from local favorites.
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