Good morning, Athens.

Spirit Halloween will reopen its Athens store at the former Family Dollar at 415 Hawthorne Ave sometime this month—offering seasonal costumes and unique animatronics.

The retailer plans to serve shoppers in person and online as part of its annual roll-out.

Athens-Clarke County Police Department is investigating a Peeping Tom incident that occurred Tuesday, August 12 at an off-campus apartment complex—this follows a similar attempted burglary on June 30 where a resident found an unexpected intruder.

On August 12th, 2025, the University of Georgia hosted its Freshman Welcome for the class of 2029 on Tate Plaza and at Sanford Stadium—weather concerns changed the usual pep rally into a quiet field-side gathering where students made the iconic G.

Over 6,100 new students gathered at Tate Plaza and Sanford Stadium on Tuesday, Aug.

12 for UGA's Freshman Welcome despite bad weather cutting some planned festivities short—UGA and its partners organized the event which included the 'Power G' formation to teach students key football cheers and traditions.

The Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission met Tuesday, Aug.

12 to review proposed SPLOST projects for pedestrian and traffic improvements in West Broad and Hancock neighborhoods — and they discussed an affordable housing strategy to help nearly 9,000 low-income renter households. The commission will consider these SPLOST ideas in September while subcommittees work on housing solutions for a fund set to start in July/August 2026.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Restoration Labor Day 5K

8 a.m. — Crawford Depot — Registration needed — Enjoy a scenic run on Labor Day at the 21st Annual Restoration Labor Day 5K.

John R. Miller Live Performance

7-9 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Tickets required — Experience the intricate wordplay and haunting imagery of John R. Miller's debut solo album.

Rumours ATL - A Fleetwood Mac Tribute

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Georgia Theatre — $38+ — Experience the captivating recreation of Fleetwood Mac’s timeless classics with Rumours ATL.