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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Creature Comforts Brewing Company of Athens ranked 31st among craft breweries and 42nd overall on a top 50 list — making it the only Georgia brewer on either ranking. Founded in 2014, the company also operates a taproom in Los Angeles. WUGA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On April 16, Athens-Clarke County Police responded to a call at the Wyndham Hotel on North Ave where a man with false ID surrendered a small bag of marijuana and over $1000 in cash—earlier that day a man was arrested on West Broad Street for DUI after a car accident, while on April 13, officers arrested a woman on East Clayton Street for DUI after she hit a car and failed a sobriety test. The Red & Black
- ➤ A 39-year-old inmate died after staff found him unresponsive in his cell during routine checks at Athens-Clarke County Jail on April 22—a EMS transport and resuscitation efforts failed before he was pronounced dead shortly before 10 a.m. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ A 22-year-old UGA student, Noah Fears, was arrested for DUI after crashing his Acura TLX near downtown Athens on April 18 at about 1:53 a.m.—the car hit curbs after a broken front axle and he continued driving despite showing signs of intoxication after a fraternity event with two bourbon or whiskey drinks, failing roadside sobriety tests before posting a $1,500 bond. Classic City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Disney On Ice will host a Frozen and Encanto story reading at Athens-Clarke County Library on Thursday, April 24 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. A Disney performer will lead the session — with a special guest appearance to bring the magic to young readers. Classic City News
- ➤ Tomorrow the Athens-Clarke County Library branch at 2025 Baxter Street will host Disney On Ice presents Frozen and Encanto from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and a performer will lead an immersive storytelling session—bringing magical ice skating effects and familiar Disney characters—designed to spark young imaginations. Classic City News
- ➤ HAUTE Creatives Collective hosted its third annual spring fashion show on April 21 in Athens & the event featured clothes made by student designers and stylists and modeled by students. The Red & Black
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Athens-Clarke County government is asking residents for input on nearly 60 proposed projects—ranging from bike lane safety improvements to installing fiber optic connectivity— ahead of a 2026 vote on using sales tax dollars for public transportation; responses will be collected online until the end of May. WUGA
- ➤ Athens First UMC rejected a $3 million preservation offer to save the historic Saye Building and planned to demolish it for parking after a 7 to 3 county commission vote on April 1—removing it from the West Downtown Historic District. The Planning Commission unanimously denied a special use permit for creating 14 parking spaces—leaving the building’s future to be reviewed on May 6 as mediation continues. The Red & Black
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Athens-area high school baseball teams advanced to the GHSA state playoffs, and their first-round doubleheaders begin today with matchups including a 3 p.m. game for Winder-Barrow vs Coffee, a 4:30 p.m. contest when Apalachee plays at Houston County, and another 4:30 p.m. game featuring North Oconee vs Locust Grove — additional rounds and championship games are scheduled through May with times to be updated. Athens Banner-Herald
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Oklahoma at Georgia College Baseball Game
7-11 p.m. — Foley Field — Stream with Fubo starting at $84.99/mo — Catch the thrilling college baseball matchup between Oklahoma and Georgia live from Athens.
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Normaltown Music Festival 2025
4-10 p.m. — Athentic Brewing Company — $10-$85 — Experience two days of diverse musical talent and local camaraderie at Athens' vibrant music festival.
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9th Annual Pop-Up Artist Market
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Stan Mullins Art Studio — Free entry — Explore a vibrant showcase of art and handmade goods by talented student and community artists.
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Health Meets Hope 5K Run-Walk
3-5 p.m. — Southeast Clarke Park — $25 registration fee — Celebrate health and community with a fun 5K run-walk featuring family-friendly activities and awards.
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Gimme Hendrix - A Jimi Hendrix Tribute
8 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $15 - $20 — Experience the electrifying performances of the award-winning tribute band recreating the legendary sound of Jimi Hendrix.
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Sketch Comedy Graduation Show
8-10 p.m. — Flying Squid Comedy — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with original sketches performed by Athens' funniest talents.
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Seussical Jr.
7-8:30 p.m. — Morton Theatre — $12 — Experience a whimsical musical adventure with the Studio Athens featuring beloved Dr. Seuss characters.
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Winterville Marigold Festival
7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. — Pittard Park — Free entry — Celebrate spring with a 10K race, parade, auto show, live music, and fun activities for all ages.
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Solar-Powered Generator with Boyscoutmarie and We Wiggle Dolls
7:30-11 p.m. — work.shop — Check website for ticket prices — Experience a synesthetic live music and puppetry collaboration that illuminates the magic of sound and light.
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Health Live at Georgia Theatre
7:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $26.50+ — Experience the unique mathy indie rock sounds of Health, blending tribal beats and aggressive melodies.
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