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Athens
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fur Kids featured its pet of the day, Canelo, for adoption yesterday, inviting Athens pet lovers to find a new furry friend (more details are available on Furkids.org). FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Athens skate park is celebrating its 21st birthday with contests, live music (starting at 1 p.m.), food trucks and an artist market on Saturday, Apr. 25 at the skate park. Family-friendly contests include kids skating and a silent auction with signups at noon and results at 5 p.m. Flagpole
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Athens business owner Andrew Clinkscale will head to Nashville to compete in The UPS Store Challenge for a chance to win $25,000 for his business, a press release said. The competition is expected to take place later this week. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ Mellow Mushroom in downtown Athens is testing eight new sandwiches and wraps until July 7 to gather customer feedback, and the chain will feature options at its current location (320 E. Clayton St.) with a range of meat and vegetarian offerings (including Beer Cheese Philly, meatball, and jerk chicken options). Athens Banner-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Former Athens Poet Laureate Mikhayla Smith released her new spoken word and music album on Valentine’s Day. The album explores Black love as a cultural force and features production by Grammy Award winner Luke Campolieta (with music by Atlanta musician Benny St. Peixe). Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ View Finders, the Emmy-nominated photography show, will hold a Ciné fundraiser event on Saturday, Apr. 25 at 5:30 p.m. at Ciné where host Chris Greer & photographer Paul Daniel join GPB President Bert Wesley Huffman for a conversation, sneak peak screening, open bar, photo ops and red carpet reception. Flagpole
- ➤ Adriana Thomas, known as Drí from Drí & the Violence, performed for On the Beat at The Red & Black office in Athens on Monday, April 20. The Red & Black
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three open seats on the Clarke County School Board feature two candidates each; the nonpartisan May 19 election will yield final winners (there is no November vote). Local candidates promise to improve classroom support and literacy while drawing on their experience in education and community involvement. Flagpole
- ➤ UGA officials said the Chapel Bell will ring through Sunday, May 10 plus it will be removed on Monday, May 11 for preservation, with plans to reinstall it for the fall semester at North Campus. Athens Banner-Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Experts warn Athens residents that the worst tick season on record is underway as emergency room visits for tick bites hit a ten-year high, and Natalee Wrege — an environmental educator with Paul Smith's College — offers advice to protect families in tall grass. FOX 5 Atlanta
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia gymnastics announced Tuesday that co-head coach Ryan Roberts is leaving to join Auburn’s program — leaving Cécile Canqueteau-Landi as GymDogs’ sole coach after a 30-22-1 record over two seasons. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ A record number of athletes from local high schools signed to play college sports today at NCAA Division I and II schools, including commitments from Jefferson and Athens Academy, with the final signings completed at 4:03 a.m. ET. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Several Athens-area high school baseball teams enter the GHSA playoffs today as the first-round games run through April 25. Teams like North Oconee and Madison County will play doubleheaders (4:30 and 7 p.m.) at their home fields. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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Friday Night Dance Party: West Coast Swing
7-10:30 p.m. — Dance Building, 1030 W Green St, Athens, GA — $3 for students, $5 for non-students — Celebrate the semester's end with an evening of dance and a free lesson.
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Built To Spill Concert
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — All Ages — Experience the indie rock legends Built to Spill celebrate 30 years of their iconic album.
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Harvey Street - Wim Tapley and the Cannons
7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Check local listings for tickets — Enjoy an evening of live music with Harvey Street and Wim Tapley and the Cannons.
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EXPO2026: 30 Years of Kindercore Records
7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Ticketed — Celebrate 30 years of Kindercore Records with live performances from local favorites.
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Steve Wynn with Special Guest Peter Buck
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Club at Hotel Indigo — Under 18 allowed with guardian — Enjoy an unforgettable night featuring music from Steve Wynn and Peter Buck in downtown Athens.
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Weaver D's Food & Entertainment Festival
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. — VFW Post 2872 — Free entry — Celebrate community with food, music, and local culture at this vibrant festival.
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