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Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Athens movie goers can join the inaugural African American Film Festival at the historic Morton Theatre in downtown Athens. The event will showcase Black storytelling through film, music, and conversation on Friday and Saturday (tickets available online). WUGA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Athens teacher Timothy Pritchett, a third-grade educator at Barnett Shoals Elementary, was named as one of 10 finalists for Georgia Teacher of the Year on April 3; he launched free tutoring programs to support student achievement and now awaits the final selection. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Dr. Kristina Lerch-Batson (assistant principal at Clarke Middle since 2020) is set to join Barrow Elementary as its new Assistant Principal for the 2026-27 school year, following approval on April 2 by the Clarke County Board of Education. She will replace retiring Assistant Principal Jennifer Leahy. Classic City News
- ➤ At Thursday night's work session, the Clarke County School District Board of Education did not approve the updated student code of conduct amid concerns that the word 'discretion' may allow discrimination, and it must refine the policy before approving it by spring. WUGA
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ An Athens resident claimed a $1 million prize from Georgia Lottery's 50X The Money scratcher after buying the ticket at Citgo Food Mart on Monroe Highway in Winder on April 2. The winner chose a lump sum payout of $809,000 while lottery proceeds support education programs (HOPE Scholarship, Pre-K). FOX 5 Atlanta
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the UGA soccer team beat Clemson 2-1 at Turner Soccer Complex in Athens in a hard-fought match. The Red & Black
- ➤ Georgia women’s basketball players declared for the transfer portal after their NCAA Tournament exit, with six key players (including Dani Carnegie, Mia Woolfolk, and Trinity Turner) making moves ahead of the portal opening on Monday, April 6. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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JUMP - An Evening with America's Van Halen Tribute
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $TBA — Experience the surprise of youthful energy paired with classic Van Halen hits to rock your night away.
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The SteelDrivers Live
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Cost Info not provided — Experience the unique sound of bluegrass soul blended with country and blues from a Grammy-winning band.
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American Aquarium Live in Athens
7-11 p.m. — Live Wire Athens — $20 adv, $25 Day of Show — Experience the soulful tunes and good vibes of American Aquarium.
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Co-bill with Gov't Mule and Larkin Poe
7-10 p.m. — The Classic Center — Tickets available — Experience a night of blues-inspired rock with two iconic bands live on stage.
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Arcy Drive Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $44 each — Enjoy a lively performance from Arcy Drive in a vibrant local venue.
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