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Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Walker Park Splash Pad at 200 Trail Creek St will open on weekends from May 10—May 18 and then run seasonal hours from May 24—July 27 with weekend-only service again from August 2—September 1 between 10:00 a.m.—5:30 p.m. as it remains closed Mondays for maintenance, and Howard Park Splash Pad at 291 Henderson Ext will open on May 24 with pool operations running from Memorial Day weekend to the last weekend of July; admission is $1 per person and pool passes cost $20 for an individual or $40 for a family of four. Classic City News
- ➤ The Leisure Services Department will hold community meetings on May 12 at noon and 6 p.m. at Heard Park and Community Center and on May 13 at 6 p.m. at Lay Park's Community Center to update the public on its new comprehensive master plan developed with consultant BerryDunn—attendees may also join virtually. Athens-Clarke County
- ➤ Athens resident Diva Jain received the Edward J. Fechtel Jr. Excellence in Leadership Award from St. Mary’s Health Care today — one of the highest honors for managers at the system. The award recognizes her strong moral compass and effective leadership, as noted by hospital officials and peers. The Red & Black
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UGA Libraries has named the Vince and Barbara Dooley Friends of the UGA Libraries Award to honor the late football coach's lifelong commitment to both education and sports. The award names its first honorees as Craig and Diana Barrow and reflects Dooley’s impact on campus life. Athens Banner-Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A UGA study found that a smartphone app for measuring heat risk reported temperatures up to 4°F cooler than on-site wet bulb globe temperature readings—researchers said this error means that activity changes may not be made during extreme heat. WUGA
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Between April 24 and April 26, the Georgia men’s baseball team competed in an NCAA triple header against the University of Oklahoma at Foley Field in Athens and won the series 2—1. Photos show that Georgia won the second game 10—9 and the third game 6—3 in close contests. The Red & Black
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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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Open Mic Improv
7-8:30 p.m. — Flying Squid Comedy — Free entry — Watch standup comedians and improvisers turn jokes into laughter and lively performances.
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Uncured Live in Concert
5:30-8:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Ticket purchase required — Experience an electrifying performance by Uncured in the heart of Athens.
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Evening with EXTC featuring Terry Chambers & Friends
7:30-10 p.m. — The Foundry — $20-$25 — Experience classic XTC tunes live with legendary drummer Terry Chambers and his band EXTC.
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JJ Grey & Mofro with The Marshall Tucker Band
7:15 p.m. — The Classic Center — $55- $126.25 — Experience two legendary bands sharing the stage on a Southern-themed night of music.
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Bad Moon Riders Tribute Show
7-9:30 p.m. — Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture — Cost info not provided — Experience the ultimate tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival with all their iconic hits live on stage.
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Folie à Quatre
3:30-6 p.m. — Oak House Distillery and Speakeasy — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant blend of multicultural tunes sung in both French and English.
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