Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
Good morning, Athens.
The Banner-Herald poll for Athens' best drive-thru opens today and runs until Monday, July 28 — readers can email write-in votes if their favorite restaurant is not listed.
The UGA Small Business Development Center will host the Women’s Business Summit Athens—held at the UGA Delta Innovation Hub on September 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.—for $79 as a day of networking and learning open to all entrepreneurs.
A UGA study found that wild pigs cost southwest Georgia farmers more than $107,000 in crop damage each year—pilot programs with trapping and culling are underway to limit the losses.
Researchers warn that without further measures local crops could face increased damage.
Due to a high demand for new student enrollment, the Clarke County School District will shift from online to in-person registration at the District Office at 595 Prince Ave from Monday, July 28 until Tuesday, Aug.
5, with registration held weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.—the office will be closed on Wednesday, July 30 for a professional event. Families are urged to register online by July 25 to ensure that their applications are processed for the school year starting Aug. 6.
Nick Smith - New South Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Georgia Theatre — $35+ — Experience a high-octane performance by Nashville's rising country star with a fresh take on modern Southern sound.
Athens Food Truck Event
7-8:30 a.m. — Hilsman Middle School — Free entry — Distributing 30,000 lbs of food to support those in need in the Athens community.
80s Night with Atlanta Vice
8:00–10:30 p.m. — The Foundry — Tickets available — Atlanta Vice returns to jam with the best tunes from the 80s!
Classic City Sprint, Duathlon and Aquabike
7 AM – 2 PM — Sandy Creek Park — Registration fee required — Compete in swim, bike, and run events tailored for athletes of all levels.
The WannaBeatles Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Foundry — $25-30 — Experience spot on covers of Beatles classics and '60s hits with Grammy finalists The WannaBeatles.
AJJ Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of AJJ, a band from Phoenix, Arizona.
Leanne Morgan: Just Getting Started Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Classic Center — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening of laughter with beloved Southern comedian Leanne Morgan, known for her charming and relatable storytelling.
Them Dirty Roses Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Tickets available — Experience southern rock from the heart of Georgia with Them Dirty Roses.
Cosmic Charlie Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $28+ — Experience a fresh, high-energy take on the Grateful Dead catalog with Athens' own Cosmic Charlie.
An Evening with The Mountain Grass Unit
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Georgia Theatre — $39 — Enjoy an evening of live bluegrass music in Athens with The Mountain Grass Unit.
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