Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.
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🏈 Sports
Georgia athletics will begin revenue sharing on July 1 with about $20.5 million allocated in the first year—$2.5 million of which will fund new scholarships—as the school transitions to direct payments for student-athletes.
Third-party name, image, and likeness deals will be processed via a new online portal—designed to ensure fair market value for all transactions.
🎉 Athens Events
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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.
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.
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.
Band of Horses Concert
6-10 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $40+ — Experience the emotionally charged sound of Band of Horses as they perform their latest album and classic hits.
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop
10 a.m. — SpringHill Suites Athens Downtown/University Area — Book Now on Eventbrite! — Explore ancient techniques to create stunning mosaic lamps while enjoying Turkish delights.
Vern Daysel & The Burning Breeze
9:30 p.m. — Nowhere Bar — Check for entry cost — Enjoy captivating hooks and stellar songwriting from Vern Daysel and his band.
Brad Williams Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — The Classic Center — $26.00-$121.50 — Experience the hilarious high-energy performance of comedian Brad Williams, famous for his sharp and inspiring humor.
🏠 Athens Real Estate
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💼 Athens Job Board
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📣 Athens Announcements
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