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Monday, August 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On April 30th, 2024, 22-year-old UGA student Benhur Tesfai struck and killed 34-year-old Michael Kitchens on West Broad Street and did not stop; his attorney said that Kitchens’ choice to cross in low light may have played a part in the crash—Tesfai now faces charges of vehicular homicide, reckless driving, hit and run and DUI less safe. Classic City News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Measles cases have increased across the nation and experts report that most infections are among unvaccinated children under 19 — prompting Athens parents to verify immunization records before school starts. Pediatricians advise that good handwashing, enough sleep, and a stocked medicine cabinet with pain relievers, antihistamines, and cough drops can help keep kids healthier — and remind parents to keep children home if they develop a fever or cough. Athens Banner-Herald
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia football is working to improve its running game after a poor season when the Bulldogs averaged only 4.06 yards per carry — Coach Kirby Smart said changes such as new coordinators and extra practice will help boost the team's performance in upcoming contests. The Bulldogs have a strong group of running backs and plan to run the ball more effectively. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Today, Clarke Central Gladiator Anthony 'AJ' Lonon Jr. — a 4-star recruit with a 4.2 GPA and class Vice President — committed to Georgia Football and celebrated with family and mentors. Classic City News
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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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