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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kidsignments is hosting a back-to-school thrifting event for families to save money on school supplies — the event runs this week for shoppers still looking to get the best deals. FOX 5 Atlanta
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A homeless woman was arrested at the Classic Center on August 3 after a 54-year-old employee saw her completely naked in a stairwell—Jana Russell threatened to stab the employee with a toothbrush and now faces charges of simple assault, public indecency, and criminal trespass. Classic City News
- ➤ James King (a 56-year-old homeless man) was critically injured after a fight outside Golden Pantry on Prince Avenue on August 3 when Tyderius LaJason Moon reportedly beat him and threw a brick at his head; police later arrested Moon, who now faces aggravated assault and battery charges and will have a bail hearing on September 12. Classic City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Georgia legislators are reviewing data on chronic absenteeism as Sen. John Kennedy leads a study noting that one in five public school students missed at least 10% of school days last year—affecting over 360,000 students. The committee will use this information to inform policy changes in the upcoming legislative session in January. WUGA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Mom Ashley Jernigan spent months designing a pink dorm room for her daughter Ava at UGA—she handpicked each decor piece—and created a space that will mix function with a personal touch as Ava starts college. Classic City News
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The preseason AP Top 25 poll released on August 11 shows ten SEC teams ranked, with Texas led by Heisman Trophy candidate Arch Manning topping the list — the first time the Longhorns have been chosen as No. 1, while Georgia sits at No. 5; additional teams include Alabama, LSU, South Carolina, Florida, Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Ole Miss, and Tennessee. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Georgia football is ranked No. 5 in the AP Top 25 preseason poll, which is lower than the No. 4 ranking in the US LBM coaches poll. The Bulldogs will open their season on Aug. 30 against Marshall and face five ranked teams including No. 1 Texas. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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