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Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Athens Area Homeless Shelter has appointed Olivia Amato, a former staff member and program specialist with Voices for Georgia, as its new executive director, effective Monday. Athens Banner-Herald
- ➤ QuikTrip donates $750,000 to enhance public safety in Athens-Clarke and Oconee County, aiming to support law enforcement bonuses, initiatives, and the creation of a Real-Time Crime Center. The Red & Black
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jose Ibarra, accused of murdering student Laken Riley at the University of Georgia, will have a court hearing to discuss the admissibility of DNA evidence in his trial. FOX 5 Atlanta
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ ACCGov Solid Waste Division advocates for pumpkin composting after Halloween to benefit the environment and reduce landfill waste. Classic City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia Supreme Court reinstated the state's six-week abortion ban, impacting Georgians' access to abortion care until the court concludes its review. The Red & Black
- ➤ Georgia residents are guided on Election Day procedures, including registration deadlines, polling locations, required ID, and how to handle ballot issues. Athens Banner-Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Georgia facilitated a pop-up flu shot clinic for its community members with no costs during Pharmtoberfest on October 29, 2024. The Red & Black
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Georgia baseball team played in the Fall World Series at Athens Academy Jansen Field on October 31, 2024. The Red & Black
- ➤ Athens is celebrated as the second most recognized college football town in the U.S., trailing only Tuscaloosa, home of the University of Alabama, in a national survey. Athens Banner-Herald
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GrandVille Live at Georgia Theatre
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Wim Tapley & the Cannons with Stolen Gin Live at Georgia Theatre
Experience an electrifying night of music with Wim Tapley & the Cannons and Stolen Gin, featuring a vibrant atmosphere perfect for ages 18 and over.
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Dawes Live Concert at Georgia Theatre
Experience Dawes as brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith unveil their new record 'Oh Brother', marking a significant chapter in their musical journey.
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2024 Georgia AHPERD Convention
Engage with health, physical education, recreation, and dance professionals at the premier convention in Georgia.
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The Wilder Blue Concert at Georgia Theatre
Experience an evening of Americana music with The Wilder Blue at the Georgia Theatre in Athens.
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UGA Cold Weather Poultry House Management Workshop 2024
Learn essential techniques for managing poultry houses in cold weather through expert lectures and hands-on exercises.
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Morgan Wade Live at Georgia Theatre
Experience an intimate evening with Morgan Wade, a rising star from Nashville acclaimed for her emotionally resonant music and artistry.
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Indie Rock Evening with Hotel Fiction
Experience the genre-fluid sounds of Hotel Fiction, an indie rock band from Athens, Georgia, at the Georgia Theatre.
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