Good morning, Athens.

UGA has removed two busy crosswalks and added fencing, improved lighting, and a raised walkway at Baldwin Street intersections as part of a ten-year plan funded by a $630,000 DOT grant.

Some students say the changes slow their route to class.

Alpha Xi Delta—whose members, staff, and volunteers gathered last Sunday—began construction on its new chapter house on Milledge Avenue at the University of Georgia.

The 12,000 sqft building—featuring a chapter room, dining room, study areas, and living quarters—is set to finish in fall.

Athens unveiled Athens Crush, a new professional indoor football team, as the city gears up for the 2027 season (final details are pending) with plans to draw local fans.

Georgia's Bulldogs begin their season today at Sanford Stadium against Tennessee State at 3:00 p.m.—coach Kirby Smart expects a competitive game as returning players face heat challenges.

Fans may bring 20-ounce water bottles and refill stations will be set up to offer relief.

Live scoreboard updates are tracking Athens-area high school football games as Week 3 unfolds.

The feed includes a matchup featuring a rejuvenated Clarke Central — facing rebuilt North Oconee — and more scores as the season progresses.