Good morning, Athens.

Maddy Murray, a UGA veterinary medicine student, received a competitive scholarship from Aurora Pharmaceutical as part of the fifth annual DVM Student Scholarship Program that awarded $90,000 to 28 top third-year veterinary students across the U.S.—the award honors academic success and community involvement in veterinary medicine.

A 3.5-magnitude earthquake hit south of Knoxville on Saturday morning and was felt in Athens and other parts of north Georgia, the National Weather Service reported.

Meteorologists said the near-epicenter area had suffered hurricanes, floods, and wildfires in recent months—adding to the region’s history of natural events.

Scientists from UGA and Texas A&M are working on new tests and treatments for Chagas disease—which is spread by kissing bugs and can cause severe heart problems—in order to protect both dogs and people.

They are using dogs as a model for human infection with nearly $4 million in funding from NIH, DHS, and the American Kennel Club.

A new report by Garden and Gun names Dicks Creek Gap as the best place to start day hikes on the Appalachian Trail in Georgia.

Mike McCollum of the Georgia Appalachian Trail Club said the site offers quiet trails and wildlife sightings—hikers can choose a 4-mile loop or an 11-mile trek before stopping in nearby towns for craft brews and good eats.

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.

Emily Nenni Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — $38 — Experience an evening of live music with Emily Nenni in a vibrant setting.

The Magic of Motown Tribute Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Morton Theatre — $19–79 — Experience a lively tribute featuring classic hits from Motown legends like The Temptations and Diana Ross.

David Cross Live Special Taping

7-8:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — $25+ — Experience David Cross's cutting wit and humor at this live taping event.