Daily
Athens
Monday, September 29th, 2025
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ ACC Transit challenges Athens residents to try a week without driving from today until October 5 as part of a national event that lets drivers see the challenges non-drivers face in daily trips. Transit Director Victor Pope said fare-free rides have nearly doubled local ridership since the pandemic and may help neighbors save money on gas and car maintenance — a shift that supports essential travel. Flagpole
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Luke Bryan and Jason Aldean will headline UGA’s Live Between the Hedges concert on April 25, 2026—returning Sanford Stadium as a major music venue after more than a decade—and UGA plans to make the event an annual tradition blending campus culture with Athens’ music scene. FOX 5 Atlanta
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Sept. 26, The Fight Against Suicide hosted a boxing match at The Cotton Press in Athens where fighters competed in 3-round bouts to raise awareness for mental fitness. The nonprofit—started by UGA students David Edmiston and Will Smith in 2021—focused on efforts to prevent suicide. The Red & Black
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Clarke Central won 38-0 in its varsity football game at Apalachee High School in Winder on Sept. 26, 2025 — the win showcased the team’s strong effort in a closely watched matchup. The Red & Black
- ➤ No. 5 Georgia lost 24—21 to No. 17 Alabama at Sanford Stadium on Sept. 27, with photos capturing key plays from players like Chauncey Bowens and Gunner Stockton. The game showed strong efforts from both teams before Alabama secured the win. The Red & Black
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Deerhoof Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Ticket info unavailable — Celebrate 31 years of Deerhoof with an evening of avant-garde tunes.
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Braxton Keith Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Georgia Theatre — Tickets starting at $50 — Experience an exciting night of live music with Braxton Keith at a popular local venue.
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Guardians of the Jukebox Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — The Foundry — $12 adv, $15 door ($10 with college ID) — Experience the ultimate 80s tribute band transporting you back in time with high-energy hits and a vibrant visual backdrop.
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Dolphin Group Live
8 p.m. — Flicker Theatre & Bar — $12 — Experience the aquatic synth-pop sounds of Dolphin Group and local indie talent in a lively night of music.
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Tini Semeria 6th Annual Spark in the Dark 5K
6-8:30 p.m. — University Golf Course — Registration required — Participate in a fun, multi-activity event with face painting, live music, and glow in the dark fun.
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October Club Meeting - Athens Radio Club
7:30-9 p.m. — Athens-Clarke County Police Department East Precinct classroom — Free entry — Connect with fellow ham radio enthusiasts in your local community.
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The Head And The Heart Concert
7-9 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience an uplifting evening with the soulful melodies of The Head And The Heart.
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Nice Dream - Radiohead Tribute
7-9:30 p.m. — 40 Watt Club — Tickets from $48 — Experience the sounds of Radiohead with a tribute band at a beloved local venue.
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North Georgia Folk Festival
11:00 AM to 9:00 PM — Sandy Creek Park — Adults $15, Students $12, Kids Free — A celebration of folk music and arts featuring diverse performances, food, and crafts for the whole family.
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Julie Concert
8:00 PM — Georgia Theatre — $32+ — Experience the genre-bending sounds of Julie, a dynamic LA band fusing noise rock, grunge, and shoegaze.
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