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Athens
Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ UGA officials announced plans to demolish Legion Pool, its pool house, and the bandstand to create more parking and an expanded community green space at Legion Field. Local residents expressed disappointment as the nearly century-old pool, which serves as a public recreation resource, faces redevelopment following a UGA working group recommendation. Flagpole
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lyndon House Arts Center will host five new exhibitions this month — including ‘Carving Out Liminal Pathways Toward Fragmentation’ by Sebastian Garcia Huidobro and Rachel Lea Seburn, whose works mix abstract foam and fabric sculptures with brutalist influences — with opening receptions set for Thursday, Oct. 2 at 5:30 p.m. All shows run through Jan. 24 except Susan Perry’s ‘Wonder,’ which closes Dec. 6. Flagpole
- ➤ Historic Athens did not endorse the current UGA President’s House Adaptive Reuse Project after a careful review—officials said the plans are too large for the historic district and risk changes to scale, traffic, and construction safeguards. The group urged major revisions to meet local preservation standards. The Red & Black
- ➤ Spectacular Burnin Dance Party is a fusion event combining Atlanta’s Turnin N Burnin and Athens’ Soul Spectacular Dance Party that will play rare and classic soul, funk, and Motown tunes. The free event will run Friday, Oct. 3 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. at Normal Bar with DJ Bottom Shelf and local DJs Nate Mitchell and Kurt Wood hosting. Flagpole
- ➤ Athens residents can cast their vote for the best cookies until noon on Monday, Oct. 6—a decision that will be announced on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Nuçi’s Space, a nonprofit that supports the mental health of musicians, will celebrate its 25th anniversary on December 12 at the Georgia Theatre — the concert will feature live performances by Patterson Hood and Willow Avalon and launch a limited-edition chocolate bar giveaway from Condor Chocolates. Classic City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clarke County School District reported progress in graduation rates as Cedar Shoals High School’s rate increased 2.2 points to 81% — with its five-year rate jumping over 10 points to 84.5%. District data also showed gains for Black students and students with disabilities, reflecting ongoing efforts to raise the bar for all students. The Red & Black
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A contract post office inside the ADD Drug store on South Lumpkin Street in Athens closed Tuesday after the Postal Service ended nationwide contract operations. Pharmacist Kevin Florence said the store still sells remaining stamps and keeps an outside mailbox while community members and Congressman Rick Allen questioned the decision following a petition with 1,842 signatures. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ The Athens-Clarke County Commission will vote on Oct. 7 on a new location for the aging Eastside fire station—Commissioner Myers proposes a plan that meets lighting codes and environmental safeguards while Commissioner Davenport recommends starting over. The meeting will also address two affordable housing projects—the second phase of The View at NoDA and Classic City Heights—that will provide housing for low-income residents. Flagpole
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The East Athens Development Corp. held a ribbon cutting Tuesday to debut two new three-bedroom houses with solar panels as part of its Pathway to Prosperity pilot program that helps low- and moderate-income families move toward home ownership in East Athens. Community leaders and local contractors attended the open house and supported funding from the American Rescue Plan Act—emphasizing efforts to keep affordable housing in the area. Athens Banner-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kentucky's head coach Mark Stoops—now in his 13th season—has yet to beat Georgia's Kirby Smart as the Wildcats remain winless in 15 SEC meetings. Smart, in his 10th season in Athens and earning $13 million, prepares his team to face Stoops' Wildcats at Sanford Stadium on Saturday. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ ESPN said the primetime Georgia vs Alabama game drew 10.4 million viewers on ABC Saturday night—over 2 million fewer than Georgia's win at Tennessee two weeks ago. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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Dylan Cotrone Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of captivating music with Dylan Cotrone in Athens.
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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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