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Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Today, FBI Atlanta and the Safe Streets Gang Task Force executed arrests in Athens as part of Operation Summer Heat—an effort to dismantle violent gangs and restore safety in the community. Classic City News
- ➤ On Aug. 14, Athens-Clarke County Police responded to an armed robbery at a hotel near Atlanta Highway when a man, after meeting a woman online, was held at gunpoint and made to hand over cash—on Aug. 19, an Athens resident lost $9,000 in a Bitcoin scam after a caller claiming to be with Amazon urged him to deposit funds into a Bitcoin ATM—and on Aug. 20, officers arrested a woman after a domestic dispute at an apartment complex led to a struggle involving a hidden firearm and bite marks. The Red & Black
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On August 26th, UGA paused new member activity for Sigma Chi after a complaint alleged that first-year students were hazed — the university is investigating the issue. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ The University System of Georgia will launch the new need-based DREAMS Scholarship program to offer up to $3,000 per year to students who need help with college costs (the program raised over $4.5 million in private funds). The program will begin with a Georgia Tech junior receiving a scholarship and will expect recipients to work part-time or volunteer. Athens Banner-Herald
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Action Network analyzed penalty stats from over 130 college football teams and ranked Georgia teams on discipline. The study found that the Georgia State Panthers had the highest penalty score at 56.72 while the Georgia Bulldogs earned the lowest at 13.43—showing a clear gap in their game behavior. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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