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Friday, August 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An Athens mother saved her 4-year-old son from nearly drowning in a neighbor’s pool on July 22nd when his uncle noticed he was missing—she pulled him from the water, began CPR, and ambulance crews arrived to take them to the hospital. Classic City News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ USA Today ranked Georgia-based Chick-fil-A and Arby’s among its 10Best for fast food French fries, with Chick-fil-A’s waffle fries at eighth and Arby’s curly fries at ninth—details based on expert and reader votes. The ranking highlights the flavors and textures that set the fries apart—information that may guide local diners when choosing where to eat. Athens Banner-Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ FBI data shows violent crime in Georgia dropped 10.5% in 2024 from the previous year as more than 16,000 law enforcement agencies (95.6% of agencies) voluntarily reported the data, with a 4.5% drop nationwide. WUGA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Athens’ history was shaped by early leaders like John Milledge, Abraham Baldwin and Elijah Clarke, who established its public university and government, while later pioneers in civil rights and local politics paved the way for change. The city’s creative spirit grew with legendary bands such as R.E.M., the B-52s and Widespread Panic—continuing a legacy of education and music that defines Athens today. The Red & Black
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Clarke County School District has launched a new partnership to boost financial literacy for seniors by giving every graduating student a $1,000 investment portfolio and financial education. More than 800 seniors at Cedar Shoals, Clarke Central and Classic City high schools will receive their portfolios from a $1.2 million gift while local groups pledge to raise funds to support the program through 2030. WUGA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday night, the Mayor and Commission reviewed rezoning proposals that would allow more density and short-term rentals, sparking local opposition over traffic concerns. Rockwood’s rezoning was approved while proposals in Pinecrest and Woodlake were denied as officials work to set consistent criteria for short-term rental approvals — a planning commission review is expected to guide future decisions —. WUGA
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia football punter Brett Thorson is actively rehabbing from a left knee injury that sidelined him last season—special teams coordinator Kirk Benedict said his progress is on schedule. The Bulldogs will decide before their Aug. 30 opener against Marshall if he will start or if redshirt freshman Drew Miller will take over. 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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