Good morning, Athens.

Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services announced a free Firefly Discovery Ride for riders aged eight and older on Saturday, June 28 from 10:00 a.m. to noon + children must be accompanied by an adult.

The event will highlight the history and future plans of the Firefly Trail and North Oconee River Greenway so locals can see their bike trail system from a new angle.

A Watkinsville man was charged with DUI after his truck caused two wrecks on Highway 78 on June 6 — witnesses report he admitted to being drunk by saying 'Out like eight track.

So' when questioned.

A burglar made four attempts in the early hours of June 12 to break into an Athens store on West Broad Street—he stole cash and cigarettes and then fled south on Minor Street as police review the surveillance footage.

Yesterday, Athens marked Juneteenth with an afternoon of music, art and local food vendors outside City Hall.

Today and this weekend, AthFest brings free mainstage shows, artist markets and kids' activities downtown—while Monster Jam at Akins Ford Arena offers thrilling truck stunts on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

The Athens Juneteenth Music and Art Festival took place on June 19 in downtown Athens near City Hall (from 3 to 7 p.m.) and featured live music by Pastor Troy, an Afro dance party, a community conversation with Mikhayla Robinson and Linda Davis, and a collaborative mural painting session led by local artist Breanna Jackson. Hosts from the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement and the Colored Only Cafe (started by Courtney and Davon Doss) provided food donations and support throughout the event.

Community activists Fred Parham—who grew up celebrating Juneteenth in Texas—and Makungu and Chinganji Akinyela discussed the cultural and historical significance of the holiday with Portia on June 19, emphasizing that everyone should honor its legacy.

Lyndon House Arts Center is hosting the Controlled Burn exhibition by Tom Schram, which uses recycled post-consumer materials to explore how society wastes resources.

The free exhibition runs through August 30 during regular gallery hours — Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Cameron Stockton graduated from the Athens-Clarke County Jail Re-Entry Success Program for the third time on June 18 and said the training gave him a new way to move forward.

He will soon return to jail to serve another four months—then he plans to work with Bush Properties and start his own remodeling business.

Jennifer Scott is named interim superintendent of the Clarke County School District as former superintendent Robbie Hooker retires on June 30 — she has worked in various district roles since 1998.

Scott will lead the schools and meet with students and staff until a permanent superintendent is chosen — her long career and ties to the community support her new role.

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.

Cottage Charity Golf Tournament

7:30 AM - 1:30 PM — UGA Boyd Golf Center — Support a good cause while enjoying a round of golf for charity.

Athens Restaurant Week

Various times — Restaurants around Athens — Special pricing — Indulge in delicious prix fixe meals and local culinary delights during this week-long food celebration.