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Athens
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services will host a free Movies by Moonlight outdoor showing of the 2024 musical Wicked on Friday, October 10 at 7:40 p.m. at Walker Park—patrons should bring lawn chairs, blankets, and their own refreshments while following park rules. Classic City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Clarke County School District’s Class of 2025 scored 1048 on the SAT, which surpassed both the state average of 1029 and the national average of 996 on Sept. 30—marking the second year in a row that the district led public-school peers. WUGA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers will meet at Dudley Park on Oct 11 from 8:45 a.m. to 12 p.m. for the annual Rivers Alive cleanup and will help clean local rivers and streams under a state campaign—participants receive breakfast and a t-shirt while needing to bring water bottles, gloves, long pants, and closed-toed shoes. The Red & Black
- ➤ Large yellow and black Joro spiders are quickly spreading across the state—residents are noticing them near homes and experts say they are not dangerous. FOX 5 Atlanta
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marc Weiszer from the Athens Banner-Herald offered his prediction for the Bulldogs game against Kentucky today — he outlined his expectations ahead of the contest. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ Friday Oct. 3, five Athens-area high school football games will be played as North Oconee hosts Madison County, East Jackson faces Franklin County, Apalachee visits Jackson County, Monroe Area plays at Jefferson, and Stephens County meets Prince Avenue Christian—each game set for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff that could shift team records as the season nears its end. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ The SEC released Georgia football's availability report for Saturday's noon game against Kentucky, listing four players—Ethan Barbour with an ankle injury, Malachi Toliver with an ankle injury, Earnest Greene III with a back injury and Thomas Blackshear with an undisclosed injury—as out. Kentucky's report also noted several injuries among its players, with some listed as questionable and one as probable for play. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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