Good morning, Athens.

A round-up article highlighted five stories from last week—new license plate cameras on campus, a season preview for Georgia women’s cross country, a relaunch of the UGA Youth Justice Coalition chapter, insights from a college football discussion at Athentic Brewing Co., and the Athens Library Store’s first anniversary celebration.

This week in Athens, the UGA Engagement Fair brought over 400 student organizations together at Tate Student Center and The Red and Black hosted a Countdown to Kick Off event, while UGA football won its first season game against Tennessee State and women’s soccer lost to Florida State.

Several longstanding Athens eateries closed in 2026, including Weaver D's (closed Feb.

26) and the original Barberitos, which ended its run early when a surge in customers caused a food shortage. Other local venues also shut down as the dining scene shifts.

Superintendent Jennifer Scott presented a 90-day entry plan for Clarke County School District at three town-hall meetings (Aug.

25, Aug. 27, Aug. 31) held across local venues. Her plan details academic data reviews, staff training improvements and increased community engagement for student safety and success.

Georgia will host Western Kentucky on Saturday, Sept.

12 at 12:45 p.m. from Sanford Stadium in Athens on SEC Network (streaming available on FUBO). The Bulldogs are 39½-point favorites after winning over Tennessee State while Western Kentucky faces injury concerns.

Georgia running back Dante Dowdell updated yesterday via Instagram after spending two and a half months in the hospital following an off-campus ATV crash.

He detailed injuries including a punctured lung and broken ribs — his recovery continues while he faces an indefinite break from football.