Good morning, Athens.

Bear Hollow Zoo euthanized DJ, a 22-year-old American black bear (their largest resident) last Friday morning after nearly 20 years in care due to worsening spinal osteoarthritis and cardiomyopathy.

The zoo will conduct a necropsy (at UGA Veterinarian Teaching hospital) to collect samples for research.

University of Georgia President Jere W.

Morehead announced that Benjamin Ayers, dean of the Terry College of Business, will become the new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs—replacing S. Jack Hu who is leaving to serve as chancellor at University of California Riverside effective July 15. Ayers, credited with expanding programs and enrollment at the college since 2014, will assume his new role on June 30.

Athens-Clarke County residents can share input on next year's budget in a series of Taxpayer Bill Rights meetings.

The first meeting is today to review the FY2026 spending plan—set at $201.6 million and $2 million less than last year's—with additional sessions on June 5th and June 10th for commissioners to adopt the plan.

The Georgia men's baseball team played an NCAA Athens Regional game against Oklahoma State at Foley Field on Sunday, June 1 and lost 9-11.

The Georgia men’s baseball team played against Duke at Foley Field on Saturday, May 31st and lost 3—6.

Athens-area readers are invited to pick the postseason boys soccer player of the year from nominees chosen by coaches after a season where no boys team won a title—voting will end Tuesday, June 10 at 5 p.m.

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.