Good morning, Athens.

The UGA Department of Entomology is building a live insect zoo that will open to visitors later this month when staff are available for oversight—30 species including tarantulas, spiders, beetles and scorpions are already housed there, with plans to add more like the Mexican flame knee tarantula.

The new mandate requires that core class syllabuses be published online this fall and that all courses be compliant by fall 2026 — the rule aims to boost transparency while some professors warn it could threaten academic freedom.

At UGA, officials say publishing syllabuses is routine since they have long been available on the UGA bulletin.

A poll for the best waffles in Athens is open as part of National Waffle Week, featuring 10 local spots and accepting votes until noon Sept.

11 — results will be shared Sept. 12.

Georgia football was ranked No. 3 in the US LBM Coaches Poll after a 28-6 win over Austin Peay on Sept.

7th—giving the Bulldogs a 2-0 record. They will play No. 15 Tennessee on Sept. 13th at 3:30 p.m.

The University of Georgia beat Austin Peay 28-6 at Sanford Stadium in Athens on Sept.

6—strong plays from key players secured the win—and the game was marked by decisive action on both offense and defense.

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.