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Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Athens nonprofit Sparrow's Nest held a banquet on March 24 at The Thompson House & Gardens in Bogart to celebrate 20 years of service, raising $212,000 for programs that help the unhoused and low-income residents. Nearly 150 guests attended the event as longtime board members were honored for their commitment. Athens Banner-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ TEDxUGA 2026 is hosting its 13th annual Dark Mode event today at the Historic Morton Theatre downtown with doors opening at 6 p.m. and talks starting at 7 p.m., while organizers partnered with Trapeze for a watch party plus offer a livestream option. WUGA
- ➤ Athens hosts a weekend of events including the Flavor of Georgia contest at the Classic Center from 2 to 6 p.m. and a birding walk at Sandy Creek Nature Center from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday brings the Chess & Community Conference, a student film festival and a music jam. Athens Banner-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clarke County students were selected for the Governor’s Honors Program (which honors academic excellence) following a local announcement, with officials saying the initiative will spotlight top scholars soon. The Red & Black
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, the Senate Committee on Public Safety unanimously passed House Bill 1023, which would require weapons detection systems in every public school. The measure now awaits full Senate review as supporters stress its potential to enhance student safety. WUGA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Recent reports show Athens had high pollen readings earlier in the week, with Tuesday at 10.7 and Thursday at 10.1 as tree pollen remained the main trigger. Health officials advise residents to keep windows closed and shower after outdoor exposure. Athens Banner-Herald
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Gardening expert Campbell Vaughn says spring blooms now brighten local yards, showcasing vibrant azaleas, Chinese snowball viburnums and flowering dogwoods in full display; residents can enjoy the colorful blossoms that signal the season's peak. Athens Banner-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia baseball will kick off a three-game SEC series against South Carolina today at Foley Field at 6 p.m., with games airing on SEC Network+ and streaming on ESPN Unlimited. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia baseball third baseman Tre Phelps spoke with reporters Thursday, March 26 about his progress returning from injury. He noted that his recovery is ongoing as he prepares for upcoming games. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ The Harlem Globetrotters played a game at Akins Ford Arena on Thursday, March 26 as part of their 100-year tour and beat the Washington Generals 120-118 (a close win that thrilled local fans). 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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