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Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At approximately 2:18 a.m. today, firefighters responded to a heavy residential fire at 203 Briarcliff Road in west Athens where flames and a floor collapse prevented a full search and a body was found nearly three hours later — authorities are investigating the cause. Classic City News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Construction began on a third Cali N Tito's location in Athens at the former Heirloom Cafe site, expanding the local restaurant's reach. The new outlet will focus on chicken, sides, empanadas, and ceviche + feature a striking design and patio from the same construction team behind other local venues. Athens Banner-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clarke County Schools approved a tentative $255M budget for FY 2026 that sets aside $1.1M for 17 new school resource officers, salary step increases and higher employee health insurance costs. The district’s millage rate holds at 18.8 while property tax collections are expected to rise 6% in 2025 + the school board will hold public hearings starting June 2 at the Vernon Payne Meeting Hall. WUGA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After 17 years underground, Brood XIV cicadas are emerging in northeast Georgia with multiple sightings reported from Hiawassee to Macon and a few near Athens—these insects will be active for three to four weeks and do not sting or bite, although pets that consume many may experience mild upset stomachs. Athens Banner-Herald
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia baseball team played a triple header at Foley Field from May 15 to May 17—winning 2-1 while a photo gallery captured key moments from games one and three. The Red & Black
- ➤ Georgia baseball ended its regular season last weekend with a series win over Texas A&M and kept its No.8 rank in the USA TODAY Sports coaches poll. The Bulldogs will open SEC Tournament play in Hoover, Ala. on Wednesday, May 21 — facing either Oklahoma or Kentucky as the No.5 seed. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ USA TODAY Sports Network announced the 2025 All-SEC baseball team—Arkansas’ Wehiwa Aloy earned SEC Player of the Year, Tennessee’s Liam Doyle was named SEC Pitcher of the Year, and Texas’ Jim Schlossnagle received SEC Coach of the Year; Georgia’s Robbie Burnett was honored as SEC Newcomer of the Year while standout freshman and unanimous selections were also recognized as the regular season closed. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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Bad Movie Night
8-10 p.m. — Ciné — Free entry — Enjoy a quirky film about love and suspicion with a twist of bad movie charm.
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