Good morning, Athens.

Yesterday, Taste the Flavor Brunch Bar opened in Athens as Chef Chris Fletcher joined Good Day kitchen to showcase one of his signature dishes — aiming to attract local diners for Mother’s Day brunch.

The venue is set to offer a fresh option for local brunch lovers.

On April 29th near East Paces Drive, a man in Athens was forced at gunpoint to strip naked and beaten by two suspects who stole his phone and pistol — the suspects fled but were later arrested and charged with aggravated assault and armed robbery.

Deputies in Oconee County investigated several incidents in late April, including shoplifting at Walmart and Dick’s Sporting Goods, a hit-and-run on Highway 316, a DUI on Mars Hill Road, and a high-speed chase in Athens that ended with the arrest of a 22-year-old Winder man carrying a loaded machine gun, a 60-round magazine and concealed marijuana — while a Watkinsville woman reported receiving fraud calls from a man claiming to be a sheriff’s captain.

On May 7, Georgia baseball coach Wes Johnson said he will stay with Georgia and not pursue the Mississippi State job—he said he loves the team.

His contract offers a $2 million buyout after this season that will decrease in later years and includes annual pay raises.

UGA pitcher Kolten Smith is donating $10 for every strikeout he throws this season to raise funds for Lyme disease research, a cause personal to him since his mother Bonnie has battled the illness for years.

He partnered with Project Lyme for his Strike Out Lyme campaign — his efforts continue as he returns to the starting rotation amid ongoing health challenges.

Seussical Jr.

7-8:30 p.m. — Morton Theatre — $12 — Experience a whimsical musical adventure with the Studio Athens featuring beloved Dr. Seuss characters.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.