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Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Morton Theatre in Athens will host 'Invisible Touch: The Ultimate Phil Collins and Genesis Experience' on Saturday, August 9 at 7:00 p.m.—a show that will feature Phil Collins and Genesis hits with a spectacular light show. Tickets costing between $23 and $49 will be available online—call 706-613-3771 for more information. Classic City News
- ➤ Members of the Classic City Pétanque Club gathered on Thursday, July 31 at the Lay Park Community Center in Athens to play pétanque and enjoy this French outdoor game that is similar to bocce; they meet every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The Red & Black
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ LawnStarter ranked Athens as the fifth cleanest city nationwide and number one in Georgia based on factors such as air quality, population density, and waste infrastructure—Macon was named the dirtiest city in the state. South Bend was ranked as the cleanest city overall, followed by Wilmington, Des Moines, and Davenport, while San Bernardino topped the list as the dirtiest in the nation. WUGA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ ACC Leaf and Limb Crews are collecting debris in Area C today for Athens residents— the crews will continue their work tomorrow as part of the county’s scheduled maintenance. Athens-Clarke County
- ➤ Today, the Athens-Clarke County government will host a presentation on affordable health care at the county library from 1 to 3 p.m.—local groups will share details on care access, women's health, child care, and vaccines—and the Human Relations Commission will collect donations of unused feminine hygiene products. WUGA
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia basketball will face Cincinnati on Dec. 13 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta during the Holiday Hoopsgiving event—adding a marquee nonconference matchup to the Bulldogs' schedule as they begin Mike White's fourth season. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Ben Musser, the 6-foot-2, 200-pound quarterback from Prince Avenue Christian, committed to play for Virginia Tech for the class of 2027 after a strong season that helped his team reach a state title game. His junior season will begin on Aug. 13 at the Dave Hunter — Corky Kell Classic with a scrimmage on Aug. 6 at Athens Academy. Athens Banner-Herald
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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.
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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.
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AJJ Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of AJJ, a band from Phoenix, Arizona.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Chamomile & Whiskey Concert
8-11 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy deep roots rock sounds from Nashville's Chamomile & Whiskey with incisive lyricism and nostalgia.
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Tom Segura Live
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Classic Center — Tickets starting at $40 — Experience a night of laughter with one of comedy's biggest stars as he brings his latest tour to Athens.
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Cam Smith and the Lawless Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — $10 — Enjoy high-energy Southern rock and country music from a local band blending classic rock grit with country soul.
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