Good morning, Athens.

Cameron Jay launched his YouTube show Conversations With Cameron Jay in April and featured an on-camera interview with Tara Louise Baker’s family.

He will release audio versions and work with NBC’s Dateline—aiming to bring Athens-focused crime stories to a wider audience.

On May 19, Athens-Clarke County police obtained a guest list from Bulldog Inn on Commerce Road that led to the arrest of a Cleveland man with an outstanding warrant and to a search after an accidental shooting in a room rented by a known gang member which seized meth, assault rifles + other weapons, while earlier surveillance led to a traffic stop and later indictment on drug trafficking charges of dealer Octavius Sarden on May 13.

Readers in Athens can vote for their choice for girls soccer player of the year as nominees—selected by coaches—are highlighted from the Class 3A championship game where Oconee County earned a three-peat with a 1-0 overtime win over Jefferson.

The poll remains open until 5 p.m. Monday, June 9.

The Georgia men’s baseball team played against Binghamton University at Foley Field on May 30th and won 20—4 in an NCAA Athens Regional game.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Athfest 2025

Various times — Downtown Athens — Free entry — Celebrate an unforgettable weekend of live music, art, and community in the vibrant city of Athens, GA.

Country River Band Performance

7-11 p.m. — VFW Post 2872 — $10 — Enjoy classic western and honky-tonk music with line dancing during band breaks.

pondgorl at Athfest Club Crawl 2025

7-11 p.m. — Hendershot's — Fundraiser for local music and arts education — Enjoy live music while supporting K-12 education in Athens.

Classic City Trail Ride

12 p.m. – 6 p.m. — Athens Fairgrounds — Family-friendly activities — Saddle up for a delightful four-day trail ride event full of fun for everyone.

Motown, R&B & Soul Night with The Original Splitz Band

7-10 p.m. — The Foundry — $10 adv (+tax/fees) — Dance the night away to the iconic sounds of Motown, R&B, and Soul classics.