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Monday, June 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities reported the body of 58-year-old Kenyatta Saki Booze was found dead behind Bell’s supermarket at 995 Hawthorne Avenue on June 7—this marks the second homeless death in a month after a 55-year-old man was discovered in an SUV on May 21 as autopsy results are pending to rule out foul play. Classic City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On June 21, the third annual Athens Art Book Fair was held at the Athenaeum—downtown Athens—where local artists displayed various forms of art. The event was part of AthFest music and arts festival and gave attendees a creative space to explore new ideas. The Red & Black
- ➤ Isaiah Cromartie honors his grandfather—M.C. Wilson—who opened Wilson’s Styling Shop in downtown Athens in 1954 after working on the railroad and cutting hair. He plans to build new businesses that create jobs and safe spaces and carry on his grandfather’s legacy to uplift the community. Classic City News
- ➤ AthFest day two ended with the Club Crawl as downtown Athens bars hosted live music from about 50 artists, with sets starting at 9 p.m. at Hendershot’s and continuing past midnight at venues including 40 Watt Club, The Foundry and Flicker Theatre & Bar—crowds moved from venue to venue to enjoy a variety of performances. The Red & Black
- ➤ Day three of the AthFest Music and Arts Festival took place on Sunday, June 22 — three outdoor stages hosted live performances while vendors and a KidsFest area offered activities — drawing local visitors in Athens. The Red & Black
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia freshman power forward Asa Newell declared for the NBA Draft and is projected to be a middle-to-late-first round pick; he led the Bulldogs to their first NCAA Tournament in ten years while averaging 15.4 points and 6.9 rebounds per game. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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34th IAEE Southeastern Classic
8 AM - 12 PM — The Classic Center — $200-$650 — Celebrate 34 years of networking and education in the events industry with industry experts.
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