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Friday, June 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Athens-area nonprofits are preparing cool spaces and water for those experiencing summer heat by using shelters and outreach programs—services include showers, laundry, meals, and volunteer opportunities. The programs run at sites like Advantage Behavioral Health Systems, Bigger Vision of Athens, Our Daily Bread, The Sparrow’s Nest, and The Salvation Army Center of Hope. The Red & Black
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Retired deputy Patricia Carper, 64, died at home on May 20 after a one-vehicle crash in February left her trapped in an overturned minivan for over 17 hours—Gwinnett County officials later erected a barrier on West Rock Quarry Road to improve safety. FOX 5 Atlanta
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Athens police arrested Jose Lopez, 33, from Grove Street after his Jeep Grand Cherokee crashed into a parked vehicle and flipped over on Grove Street Extension at about 9:30 p.m. Tuesday night—officers noted his slurred speech and a 0.137 percent blood-alcohol test, leading to DUI charges and a federal hold on his release—and he was taken to county jail. Classic City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Savor Georgia magazine released its Sip the Rainbow list that ranks 10 craft beers brewed in the state with eye-catching can designs. The list features Tropicália from Creature Comforts Brewing in Athens— a beer known for its balanced flavor. Athens Banner-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Athens-Clarke County Public Utilities Department published its 2024 Drinking Water Quality Report that summarizes over 104,000 tests and confirms more than 5 billion gallons of water met both EPA and state standards. The report summary was mailed to customers and printed copies can be picked up at the Water Conservation Office — 124 E. Hancock Ave., Athens. Athens-Clarke County
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia basketball coach Mike White hired former Florida Atlantic assistant Todd Abernethy, who will earn an annual salary of $300,000. Coach White said Abernethy's experience—gained from his time at Ole Miss and FAU—will strengthen the team as he replaces Erik Pastrana, who left for Miami. 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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