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Athens
Monday, June 1st, 2026
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of June.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ From today to Tuesday, June 30, Orangetheory Fitness is offering new Premier members one month of unlimited classes for $99—a deal designed for all fitness levels. Locals have a chance to try coach-led strength and cardio workouts this summer. Athens Banner-Herald
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A Mediterranean Grill in Five Points serves a fast-casual Mediterranean menu featuring vegetarian dishes like falafel, hummus, and baba ghanouj. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. (8:30 p.m. on Thursdays), it offers a welcome meat-free option for local diners. Athens Banner-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia football secured commitments from two 3-star prospects on Sunday, May 31, with wide receiver Taurean Rawlins from Mount Vernon School in Atlanta and offensive tackle DJ Dotson from Hattiesburg joining the 2027 class; their additions bring the Bulldogs’ total to 10 as recruiting heats up. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia baseball is set to face Mississippi State in a best-of-three NCAA Super Regional series next weekend at Foley Field in Athens (the matchup will decide which team advances to Omaha). Georgia swept Mississippi State in the regular season and is looking to build on that success. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia football signed in-state wide receiver Tre Shields, a late addition to the 2026 recruiting class, after he finished academics last week. Shields, who had 54 catches for 1,038 yards and 9 touchdowns last season, joins running back Nick Peal from Roswell High. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia baseball coach Wes Johnson held a press conference with shortstop Kolby Branch & pitcher Matt Scott on May 30 following an NCAA win over Liberty. They outlined the game’s key moments as the season moves forward. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia baseball coach Wes Johnson spoke with reporters after his team won the NCAA Regional 6-1 over Liberty on May 31, discussing key plays and ejections that affected the game. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ At Foley Field on Sunday, May 31, Georgia baseball player Tre Phelps hit his 19th home run to give his team a 2-1 lead before being ejected for making hand signals (coach Wes Johnson was also tossed after arguing a call) from the NCAA Athens Regional final. Athens Banner-Herald
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Wymberly Live at Nowhere Bar
7 p.m. — Nowhere Bar — Check for admission details — Experience the Savannah band Wymberly as they bring their sound to Athens.
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The Amazing Acro-Cats' Meowloween Performance
2-4 p.m. — Morton Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience amazing cats performing tricks followed by the unique all-cat band Tuna and the Rock Cats.
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Around the World Cooking Challenge Summer Camp for Junior Chefs
9 a.m.-12 p.m. — The Table @ Athens Cooks — $325 — Aspiring young chefs explore global cuisines and sharpen their culinary skills over four fun-filled days.
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The Ultimate Doors Tribute Concert
10 AM – 9 PM — Georgia Theatre — Tickets available March 13th — Experience an authentic journey back to the era of The Doors with this celebrated tribute band.
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KACCB Litter League Greenway Cleanup
9:30-11:00 a.m. — Dudley Park — Free entry — Join the community in an effort to clean up the Greenway and protect the local environment.
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