Good morning, Athens.

Daily Groceries Co-op nearly closed earlier this year but is now fighting to stay open by relying on member ownership and local sourcing.

The staple of Athens since 1992 seeks to secure its future on Prince Avenue with sustainable practices.

Athens' annual AthFest took place last weekend downtown with free outdoor music, a Kidsfest, and an artist market on Washington Street.

The Lamar Dodd School of Art hosted the Athens Art Book Fair on Saturday and a club crawl featured local bands & benefited music and arts education.

Money's 2026 Best Colleges list, which evaluated over 2,400 schools on education quality, affordability, & outcomes, was released on June 30 and recognized the University of Georgia among 15 top Georgia colleges.

UGA earned a 4.5-star ranking following Georgia Tech’s five-star rating.

At Clarke Middle School, ESOL teacher Kelli Bivins led six non-native English speakers to create an original hip-hop song (Somos Unidos) celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday; the project began in January using a $400 grant to hire musician Jim Willingham and bilingual producer Bryant Perez.

Georgia Power advised homeowners in Athens to keep thermostats at 78 when at home and raise them by 5 to 10 degrees when away as triple-digit heat pushes systems to work harder.

The guidance aims to balance comfort and energy costs during extreme temperatures.

People for Bikes rated Athens’ bike network 23 out of 100, placing it in the lowest 25th percentile among more than 3,000 U.S. cities; Daniel Sizemore said over a dozen projects—including multi-use paths, sidewalks and roundabouts—are planned in various stages from this fall to 2033.

Golfweek compiled a list of Georgia’s top public access golf courses, featuring venues like the UGA Golf Course in Athens & Sea Island in St. Simons.

The ranking uses panel ratings to help local golfers and visitors choose a course for their next round.

SaBaCha Dance Social at Hendershot’s

7:30-11 p.m. — Hendershot's — $10 entry — Enjoy a lively monthly Latin dance party featuring salsa lessons and music by L.A. Darius.

Interstellar Echoes - Pink Floyd Tribute

8:00 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sounds of Pink Floyd performed live by Interstellar Echoes.

Amy Ray Band at 40 Watt Club

7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Tickets TBD — Experience the fearless creativity of Amy Ray as she blends folk, punk, and Southern rock influences live.

Cinemechanica Live at 40 Watt Club

7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic pop/rock of Cinemechanica in an intimate setting that promises tight musicianship and emotional performances.

Athens Farmers Market

8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Bishop Park — Free entry — Discover local produce, handmade crafts, and community connections at this vibrant weekly market.

Kevn Kinney & Peter Buck Concert

7-11 p.m. — Hotel Indigo's Rialto Club — Sold out — Experience an unforgettable night with music legends Kevn Kinney and Peter Buck in an all-seated show.

Randall Bramblett Band

8-11 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of the Randall Bramblett Band in a seated show.