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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services will host a ribbon cutting for the rebuilt Bishop Park pool on Friday, May 23 at 11:00 a.m. Pool admission is free all day and the first 100 visitors will receive a beach towel and one-day pool pass while the facility features a zero-entry kids zone, updated changing rooms, and new pool furniture. Classic City News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Three Buddies opened on Baxter Street in Athens on May 15, offering halal food that includes burgers, wings, samosas, and egg rolls—its varied menu provides local residents with a fresh dining option. Athens Banner-Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Clarke County grand jury indicted a 67-year-old Athens man on drug trafficking charges after a Westchester Drive home search by the Northeast Georgia Regional Drug Task Force yielded over 227 grams of drugs and 74 grams of marijuana hidden in items like a lunchbox — his arraignment is scheduled for June 3rd. Classic City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ HGTV released its list of the 40 Most Charming Small-Town Downtowns in America and named Athens and Dahlonega for their vibrant downtown appeal. The list noted Athens for its college town feel and music legacy — and Dahlonega for its mountain charm, wineries, and gold rush history. Athens Banner-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Athens Transit proposes service changes beginning July 7 that may impact routes 6, 7, 14, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26 and 27 and invites feedback via informational sessions — held from June 2 to June 6 at locations including the Jackson Street Building Lobby, Multimodal Transit Center, Athens-Clarke County Public Library, Georgia Square Mall and Fire Station #7 — or online. Athens-Clarke County
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia played Coastal Carolina in the Durham Regional softball game on Friday, May 16 at 2:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+ — depending on the result, the Bulldogs will meet the next opponent on Saturday at either 1:30 p.m. if they win or 4 p.m. if they lose. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Music Bingo Night
7:30-8:30 p.m. — B&B Theatres Athens 12 — Free entry — Enjoy a fun night of music bingo with friends and family.
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Pro Wrestling Rebellion: Tombstone Live
7-9 p.m. — Duke's & Dottie's — All ages welcome — Experience an epic night of live pro wrestling action with intense matchups and electrifying surprises.
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Shawn Mullins Live at The Foundry
8-10 p.m. — The Foundry — Ticket prices not listed — Experience a captivating evening with the acclaimed singer-songwriter Shawn Mullins.
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