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Athens
Monday, April 13th, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ UGA senior Skyler Ventura launched Rotation, a clothing rental app designed for college students that won a $2,500 prize at UGA’s Spring Idea Accelerator Demo Day—he is now testing it and plans to visit every sorority chapter next fall to expand its user base. The Red & Black
- ➤ Pompeii Italian Restaurant has opened in downtown Athens at the former DePalma's on E. Broad St. The eatery offers both new and classic Italian dishes and is open for lunch and dinner Wednesday to Monday. Athens Banner-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The University of Georgia's African Student Union staged Africa Night 2026 at the Classic Center in downtown Athens on Saturday, April 11, featuring a play, a fashion show & live dance performances that celebrated art and culture. The Red & Black
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia baseball lost its SEC series finale to No. 24 Florida on Sunday, April 12 at Foley Field — starting pitching was a concern as coach Wes Johnson said the Bulldogs will work to improve before facing No. 22 Arkansas on Thursday. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ The University of Georgia hosted the Spec Towns Invitational at Spec Towns Track from Thursday, Apr. 9 to Saturday, Apr. 11, where athletes from top schools competed in various track events + Virginia Tech’s Nathaniel Paris won in the decathlon long jump. The Red & Black
- ➤ The Bulldogs played at Foley Field on Sunday, April 12 in Athens where Florida beat Georgia 13-7. The Red & Black
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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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CAAMP Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Classic Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of enchanting melodies from CAAMP in Athens.
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United We Dance
8-9 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a genre-blending journey through the best of electronic music in one unforgettable night.
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Melt Live at Georgia Theatre
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Ticketed — Experience the explosive pop/rock sounds of Melt with tight musicianship and dynamic performances in a beloved local venue.
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Soulja Boy Concert
8-9 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $69/ea — Experience the iconic vibes of Soulja Boy live in concert.
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