Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of August.
Good morning, Athens.
Athens Area Diaper Bank is hosting its month-long Diaper Up! drive this September — aiming to collect 100,000 diapers for low-income families across six counties — with a community event on Sept.
20 from 3 to 5 p.m. and awareness efforts during National Diaper Need Awareness Week from Sept. 14 to 20.
Ted's Montana Grill opened its first Athens location on Monday, Aug.
24, offering a menu inspired by Montana cuisine for local diners. The new restaurant brings a fresh dining option to the community.
Synchronicity Theatre will perform Catching the Moon at the Morton Theatre on Friday, Sept.
25 at 10 a.m. & noon, presenting the musical adaptation of the inspiring story of Toni Stone, the first woman to play on a men’s pro baseball team.
The University System of Georgia Board of Regents has approved a 3-year degree option for select Bachelor of Applied Science programs that require 90 credit hours (lower than the traditional 120) and target workforce needs.
Eligible students will complete their degrees in about three years.
Hipcamp announced its 2026 list of Georgia's top 12 campsites on Tuesday, Aug.
26. Among the winners is Broad River Retreat — a site within driving distance from Athens offering reservations starting at $100 per night.
Athens’ Indoor Football League expansion franchise unveiled its new team name, logo, and colors at a ceremony at the Classic Center yesterday.
Coach Kirby Smart said the Bulldogs are working on improving their pass rush after transfer Amaris Williams suffered an ACL injury in spring practices.
The team will rely on returning linebackers and fresh additions like PJ Dean to build pressure for the upcoming season.
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