Good morning, Athens.

Ted's Montana Grill will begin accepting bids on Tuesday, Sept.

23 for an interior buildout at suite 42A in the D building at 196 Alps Rd in the Beechwood Promenade—its 12th location in Georgia. The Ohio-based chain, known for its bison burgers, has not set an opening date.

The University of Georgia Performing Arts Center will host acclaimed Swedish electro-folk duo Symbio on Sept 25 at Ramsey Concert Hall with a free workshop starting at 12:45 p.m. and a ticketed concert at 7:30 p.m. The duo will blend traditional folk sounds with modern electronics—highlighting Nordic influences for an engaging musical experience.

Clarke County School District has named the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year and Support Professional of the Year for each school from about 700 nominations by staff, students and families.

A district-wide Teacher of the Year and Support Professional of the Year will be honored at the awards banquet on Oct. 23—winners will be featured on the district’s social media pages until the finalists are announced in early October.

Cedar Shoals High School senior Donovan Collins was surprised on Sept.

5 with a VIP Georgia Football package from UGA students in the Dream On 3 network—he met Coach Kirby Smart and joined the Bulldogs on the sidelines while celebrating with family despite facing multiple health challenges after a stroke.

Athens police officer Erik Hogan noted autumn's arrival at Thomas Farm Preserve in Watkinsville—he observed clear skies, cooling weather and yellowing leaves that mark nature's shift as urban development moves closer to open spaces.

Georgia football remains ranked No. 3 in the US LBM Coaches Poll after receiving one first-place vote—The Bulldogs, holding a 3-0 record, will host No. 14 Alabama on Sept.

27 at 7:30 p.m.

Columnist John Adams reviews college football rankings after Georgia football’s overtime win over Tennessee raised the Bulldogs above Ohio State — and he says Vanderbilt football now deserves a new name because of its recent success.

He adds that strong plays from LSU, Arkansas, and other teams have altered views on coaching and game results.

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.

Mico Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Georgia Theatre — Tickets from $43 — Experience an electrifying performance by Mico at a local favorite venue.

Night of Comedy with Brad Upton

8-10 p.m. — Rialto Club at Hotel Indigo — Check the venue for ticket prices — Experience a laugh-out-loud performance from comedy veteran Brad Upton, known for his viral specials and engaging humor.

Waylon Wyatt Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $37 — Catch Waylon Wyatt perform live in a vibrant atmosphere at one of Athens' top venues.

Georgia Bulldogs vs Alabama Crimson Tide Tailgate Party

3-9 p.m. — Sanford Stadium — All-inclusive access — Enjoy a tailgate extravaganza with BBQ, drinks, and live entertainment while cheering for your team.