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Athens
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Ark United Ministry Outreach Center launched its annual Honor-a-Mom fundraiser to help single working mothers in Athens-Clarke stay housed—community members can donate to honor a special woman and have her name added to a Flagpole during the week of Mother’s Day. The Red & Black
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ AthFest Educates announced the full lineup for its 28th annual AthFest Music & Arts Festival, running June 26 to 28 with free outdoor stages and Club Crawl shows at 14 local venues in downtown Athens. The event will benefit K-12 music and arts education. Flagpole
- ➤ This weekend in Athens, events include the All City Classic rap showcase at Flicker Theatre Saturday at 9 p.m., Wuxtry’s 50th-anniversary concert at 40 Watt Club, Friday’s DanceFX Burlesque at 40 Watt, the Athens Comedy Festival at Morton Theatre and Creature Comforts Brewing’s anniversary party with music and food trucks. Athens Banner-Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A weekend forecast shows 1-4 inches of rain across Georgia, but the rain will do little to ease a severe drought affecting nearly the entire state. Wildfire risks in the south may slow with the rain, though nearly a foot of rain is needed to reverse the drought conditions. Athens Banner-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lexy Doherty, an Athens local, announced her bid for Congress to represent the 10th District, emphasizing a living minimum wage, expanded healthcare, and renewable energy for rural areas. She plans to build on her previous campaign's local support in Clarke County to boost economic opportunity. The Red & Black
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chadwick Boyd presents an easy pull apart biscuit recipe for upcoming Mother’s Day (a special occasion) and spring gatherings, offering clear online steps to craft a tasty dish for family celebrations. FOX 5 Atlanta
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia football secured 5-star tight end Jaxon Dollar from East Lincoln High (N.C.) for its 2027 recruiting class; Dollar chose the Bulldogs over Notre Dame and Miami, adding to the team’s growing talent pool. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia baseball shortstop Kolby Branch spoke to reporters on April 30, 2026 & explained his approach down stretch before his Bulldogs’ game in Athens. Fans will follow his season as he builds on his performance. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia football running back Nick Peal committed to join the 2026 class after a call came while he was playing mini-golf during a spring break trip in Destin (Fla.). He plans to join in June to boost a deep running back room. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia softball pitcher Addisen Fisher posted on Instagram yesterday that she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis during her freshman season (she credited teammate Keirstin Roose for her support) as UGA closed its regular season with a three-game series against Florida. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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Rick Fowler Acoustic Band Blues & Brews Residency
6-8:30 p.m. — Athentic Brewing Co. — $5 — Enjoy original blues-rock tunes from a local favorite in a relaxed brewery setting.
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Ride the Airbase Georgia Warbirds
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Athens-Ben Epps Airport — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling ride in classic warbirds at this exciting aviation event.
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Cosmic Charlie Concert
8-11 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Concert tickets available — Experience a lively performance by Cosmic Charlie in the heart of Athens.
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Sips & Salads Cooking Class
7-9 p.m. — The Table @ Athens Cooks — $75 — Experience a culinary night of crafting salads paired with wines alongside fellow food enthusiasts.
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