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Thursday, June 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Portia: How Can We Help? featured community figures Constance Stone and Nicky Crawford—Stone started a donation drive 20 years ago to help women and Crawford leads Flowing with Blessings, Inc. to assist unsheltered people. They discussed ways everyone in Athens can give back in the community. FOX 5 Atlanta
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On May 21st, 18-year-old Donnell Jones was arrested at a McDonald’s on Atlanta Highway when police found him with a stolen gun reported in Athens—he was charged with theft by receiving stolen property—he is now held in county jail. Classic City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Interim Superintendent Jennifer Scott announced on June 3 that Donna Elder will serve as interim deputy superintendent of academics and student support for the 2025-26 school year, with her term starting on July 1. Elder has worked for the district since 2001 (serving in roles such as executive director of federal programs, principal, assistant principal and special education coordinator) and brings extensive experience to the role. The Red & Black
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, June 3, the Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission met to discuss the FY26 budget, short term rental permit requests, and other agenda items. Public speakers criticized proposed budget cuts that they said would affect local services—while the commission rejected two STR permit requests and approved a property appeal. The Red & Black
- ➤ Athens-Clarke County officials appointed Judd Drake as the interim manager during a regular session meeting on Tuesday, June 3; he will begin his term on June 4 until a permanent manager is named. Drake, who has served as ACC attorney since 2019 (and previously worked as interim manager for Macon-Bibb), will return to his attorney role once a new manager is chosen and approved by Mayor Kelly Girtz. The Red & Black
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ USDA officials said Organic Rancher ground beef sold at Whole Foods may carry dangerous E. coli since the products were removed from shelves; customers with 1-pound vacuum-packed packages produced on May 22 and May 23 and with use-by dates June 19 & 20 should discard or return them as no illnesses have been reported. This warning applies to stores in Georgia and other areas where the beef was distributed. FOX 5 Atlanta
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas Tech will compete in the WCWS finale as Coach Gerry Glasco and assistant coach Tara Archibald honor the legacy of his daughter Geri Ann Glasco—who died in 2019 in a car accident—with players like Oklahoma pitcher Sam Landry keeping her memory alive by wearing her number on her glove. The team will seek to carry her inspirational spirit forward in the championship game. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Homebuyer Education Workshop
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Athens Land Trust — $10 — Learn essential home-buying skills through this HUD-certified course for first-time homeowners in Georgia.
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Oconee County home in Whitlow Creek!
Location is key in this swim/tennis community in Bishop. Well maintained and move in ready.
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