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Monday, May 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Athens man spent nearly five hours on a scam call with someone claiming to be a Clarke County sergeant and warning him of jail for missing grand jury duty—he then took the scammer, who continued requesting bitcoin details at the police department, resulting in a loss of $5,975 in bitcoin and fees. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ On May 13, police stopped a car near Nellie B Avenue an Gressom Street for illegally tinted windows & discovered drugs and cash with passenger Kinarious Faust, who was arrested and charged with trafficking while the driver was ticketed for the violation. Classic City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ultimate Elvis Concert will take place on Friday, May 30 at 7:30 p.m. at the Morton Theatre. The production stars Ultimate Elvis Champion Cote Deonath+backed by The Infinit-E Tribute Band and offers tickets ranging from $40+$70. Classic City News
- ➤ Athens sports journalist and novelist Will Leitch will release his new novel—Lloyd McNeil’s Last Ride—this week and has secured a contract with Lionsgate to adapt it into a movie. He will host a reading and book signing at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Athens-Clarke County Library. Athens Banner-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a May 13 budget review meeting, Sheriff John Williams criticized City Hall for underfunding his office and neglecting courthouse repairs. He detailed staff shortages and broken facilities that risk public safety and urged commissioners to act on these mission-critical needs. Classic City News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Georgia Athletic Association will vote on a fiscal year 2026 budget nearing $223 million—an increase of 16% backed by nearly $18 million in athlete payments and $2.5 million in new scholarships. The board will meet from May 21 to May 23 and the plan adds about 100 athletic scholarships while ending Alston academic scholarships. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia softball beat Duke in an extra inning game during a four-game series to reach the WCWS Super Regionals for the third straight season—pitcher Randi Roelling allowed two runs in an eight-inning complete game while Jaydyn Goodwin hit the game-winning home run. The Bulldogs will face Florida next in the playoffs. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ The Georgia women’s tennis team won the NCAA championship by beating Texas A&M 4 to 0 in Waco, Texas — their first national title since 2000 — and coach Drake Bernstein said the win shows the team's hard work despite injuries. The Bulldogs, seeded No. 1, secured the title after a challenging season and now lead college women’s tennis. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ SEC baseball’s regular season ended and the focus now shifts to the conference tournament in Hoover, Alabama—where all 16 teams will play in a single-elimination format. At least 12 teams are expected to earn NCAA bids, and teams like Georgia, which finished with a 42-14 record and a top RPI, are among those poised for national seeding. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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Hot Corner Celebration & Soul Food Festival
6:00 PM — Hot Corner Celebration And Soul Food Feast — Free entry — Celebrate the African-American business community with food, music, and history in Athens.
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