Good morning, Athens.

Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department will host a series of Halloween events this October across several local parks and facilities — including a Pumpkin Hunt at Lay Park on October 3 and Bear Holloween at Memorial Park on October 17.

Additional events at Sandy Creek Nature Center, Dudley Park and Heard Park will offer activities like nature center programs, fun runs and costume parties for the community.

A homeless man named Dwayne Watson, 33, was indicted by an Athens-Clarke County grand jury on charges of peeping tom and loitering on June 22 outside an apartment on Spring Court when police received a call about unusual noises and found him with his pants down—he remains in custody without bail and is scheduled to be arraigned on October 15.

A Hull man, Anglow Antonio Walton, was convicted of murdering Corey Chatham—a 19‑year‑old high school graduate from Madison County—and now faces a possible life sentence without parole as the jury reached its verdict in less than half a day.

Athens Mayor Kelly Girtz said that the city's rainbow crosswalks will remain despite a federal order to remove them within 60 days—she noted that they were approved in 2020 and meet federal guidelines with their standard white stripes.

After more than fifty years of service, the ADD Drug post office in Five Points will close on September 30.

Neighbors can sign a petition outside the branch today until noon — they worry that having to use downtown services or Olympic Drive will be unsafe.

Cora Keber and Jenny Sanders of the State Botanical Garden developed Meet Me at the Garden—an event that uses hands-on horticultural activities and sensory walks to support people with dementia.

The program, which began on July 11, offers interactive education and aims to help participants connect with nature and each other.

Heavy rains in Athens delayed Georgia athletic events on Sept.

4, with a volleyball match at Stegeman Coliseum paused for over 20 minutes after a roof access door was left open—causing water to pool on the court. The Bulldogs won 3-1 in the Classic City Clash and other scheduled matches on Friday proceeded as planned.

Former Georgia football star Jalen Carter of the Eagles was ejected in the season opener after spitting on Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott and later apologized, saying his mistake would not happen again—league officials said further disciplinary action could be under review.

Briscoe Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $46+ — Enjoy a lively concert by Briscoe in a vibrant Athens venue.

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.

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.

Panda Bear Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — 40 Watt Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sound of Noah Lennox, known for his two decades with Animal Collective.

Tank and The Bangas Live Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $28+ — Experience the genre-defying sounds of Tank and The Bangas, blending spoken word, soul, funk, and hip hop.

Camper Van Beethoven Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Ticket information unavailable — Experience Camper Van Beethoven performing 'Telephone Free Landslide Victory' in its entirety along with other hits.

Cherub Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Georgia Theatre — $33 — Experience an energetic performance by Cherub in a vibrant local venue.

Norma Rae Performance

7-9:30 p.m. — Athentic Brewing Company — Check website for details — Experience an Americana sound with original Southern songs and vocals.

It's A 2000's Party: Athens

8-11 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Look forward to a nostalgic showdown of music and fashion from the iconic 90's and 2000's.

Paint & Sip at Creature Comforts

2-4 p.m. — Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery — $30 for supplies — Enjoy a guided painting class with a Classic City Lager theme in a vibrant taproom setting.