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Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Project Safe thrift store on Hawthorne Avenue aids domestic abuse survivors by accepting donated items and offering affordable goods. Athens Habitat ReStore sorts donations to support building projects and promotes recycling + reuse among local residents. Flagpole
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ La Tavola is bringing back its annual Mezzogiorno menu that celebrates the bright flavors of Italy's coast & spring. The menu will be available until April 26. FOX 5 Atlanta
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kitty House Art Collective transforms discarded materials into art — hosting events and operating a workshop at Chase Street Warehouse. It currently features an installation at Creature Comforts taproom downtown and will design décor for Superstar’s album release party in May and host a fashion show at Motherlode in August. Flagpole
- ➤ Retiree Lesley Platek launched Classic City Rewind, a weekly podcast that archives Athens history through interviews with local figures; she now records season two episodes at Runway Cowork (Beechwood shopping center) to reconnect the community with its past. Athens Banner-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Clarke County School District will hold a surplus sale from April 30 to May 2 at the Early Learning Center East at 280 Gaines School Road. Employees shop April 30 & May 1 from 2-6 p.m. while the public shops May 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Classic City News
- ➤ UGA’s School of Medicine offered admission to 64 prospective students from over 2,000 applicants as it formed its inaugural class. The selection process began days after the school received preliminary accreditation in February. WUGA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ As spring arrives, roach sightings in Athens may increase and experts advise residents to use eco-friendly integrated pest management to control moisture, seal entry points, and clean up food spills — recommendations from UGA’s program. Athens Banner-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia football has produced 55 NFL Draft picks in five years. The NFL Draft begins today at 8 p.m. and runs through Saturday & experts say the Bulldogs’ talent is set to shine at the next level. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Athens Rock Lobsters will host a free Player Farewell Tour at Akins Ford Arena today from 6 to 8 p.m. Fans can meet players+ receive autographs+ bid on player-used items during the event following the team's playoff exit. WUGA
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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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