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Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Athens-Clarke County Police are seeking 46-year-old Anthony Teres Jones after he set a female on fire during a domestic incident this morning, and the victim is now being treated at a hospital. Classic City News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Athens Area Chamber of Commerce told board members about Athens Achieves, a new job portal that will connect job seekers and employers in January—Revenflo developed the system to allow candidates to create profiles and employers to review applications. Navigators will help guide the process, following a model that achieved success in Tuscaloosa. Athens Banner-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Athens-Clarke County’s Capital Projects Department is asking residents to share ideas for pedestrian improvements in the Stonehenge neighborhood before August 31; an open house will be held on August 27 at Fire Station—2 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. to answer questions as $3.2 million in TSPLOST funds will pay for upgrades. Classic City News
- ➤ The ACCGov Leisure Services and Capital Projects Departments invite residents to comment on the proposed expansion of the North Oconee River Greenway Trail along MLK, Jr. Parkway from North Avenue to 1st Street—an open house will be held at the Lyndon House Arts Center on Sept. 4 from 5:00–7:00 p.m. with online input accepted through Oct. 5. Athens-Clarke County
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia football coach Kirby Smart said punter Brett Thorson, who suffered an ACL and MCL injury last season, has been practicing without live kicks. He may miss Saturday's home opener against Marshall—staff will decide his status by the end of the week. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ The University of Georgia women’s soccer team beat Michigan 3—0 on Aug 24 at Turner Soccer Complex in Athens— they will play North Florida on Aug 28 at the same venue. The Red & Black
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Geordie Greep Concert
7-9 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Tickets starting at $50 — Catch Geordie Greep live for an unforgettable evening of music.
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Briscoe Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $46+ — Enjoy a lively concert by Briscoe in a vibrant Athens venue.
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The Baseball Project Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — $90+ — Catch The Baseball Project live in a vibrant atmosphere at this iconic venue.
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The H.O.R.D.E. Festival Revival
8-11 p.m. — Live Wire Athens — $12 - $20+ — Celebrate the return of '90s festival vibes with iconic tracks from legendary bands.
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