Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of November.
Good morning, Athens.
📰 Lifestyle
El Bajio Mexican Restaurant at 400 Hawthorne Ave in Athens serves its 7 Mares soup—a hearty seafood dish with crab legs and fish in a rich tomato broth—to help warm diners on cold days.
The restaurant opened in 2020 and offers a full menu of tacos, burritos, and weekend specials including pozole and menudo.
🏈 Sports
SEC Nation broadcast live from Myers Quad on Saturday, Nov.
15, 2025—showing pregame coverage before the football game between No. 5 Georgia and No. 10 Texas. This was the second time this season that the traveling show aired from the UGA campus.
Athens-area readers can vote for their preseason boys basketball player of the year from a list of nominees chosen by local coaches— the poll remains open until November 24 at 5 p.m.
Jayden Wade, the top-ranked quarterback for the 2028 class, committed to Georgia football on Sunday—choosing the Bulldogs over offers from Texas, Ohio State, Michigan, Florida, Oregon and Washington.
He said he felt at home with the program’s winning tradition.
On Saturday night, FOX 5 Sports honored DJ Shockley along with other former Bulldogs at the UGA game against the Texas Longhorns—FOX LOCAL's Judayah Murray also discussed final scores for Georgia Tech, Georgia State and Kennesaw State.
The recognitions and reports took place after the game and were highlighted as part of the college football recap.
Georgia football quarterback Gunner Stockton spoke with reporters after the Bulldogs beat Texas on Nov.
15th—he shared his postgame thoughts following the win.
🎉 Athens Events
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Northeast Georgia Livestock Auction
11:00 AM – 12:59 AM — Northeast Georgia Livestock, LLC — Free entry — Experience the thrill of real-time livestock auctions and enjoy a unique online viewing experience.
JD Graham & Gabe Lee Performance
8:00 – 10:30 p.m. — The Rialto Club — $15 adv, $20 Day of Show — Enjoy an exciting cobill featuring soulful performances by JD Graham and Gabe Lee.
Yacht Rock Schooner: A Tribute to Steely Dan
7-8:30 p.m. — The Foundry — $20 adv ($25 door) — Experience a smooth sailing night with Yacht Rock Schooner performing Steely Dan classics and favorite yacht rock tunes.
Charlotte 49ers at Georgia Bulldogs Football
12:45-2:15 p.m. — Sanford Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate game day in Athens with passionate fans and the Redcoat Marching Band energizing the crowd.
A Tribute to The Band
7-8:30 p.m. — The Foundry — Fundraiser for Food Bank of Northeast Georgia — Celebrate the spirit of community with an evening of legendary music and local songwriters.
Athens Farmers Market
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Bishop Park — Free entry — Discover fresh local produce and handmade goods from over 40 vendors every Saturday.
YBH® Symbiotic Birth Course
7-9 p.m. — M2b Family Farm — Registration required — A comprehensive birth course for expecting parents focused on natural and low intervention childbirth.
Cirque Dreams Holidaze
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Classic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a breathtaking holiday spectacular combining circus arts with beloved seasonal favorites.
Corey Smith Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Georgia Theatre — Tickets required — Experience Corey Smith's homecoming performance showcasing songs from his 10th album.
WILLIS Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Georgia Theatre — $32+ — Experience the indie rock sound of WILLIS, a band with viral success and a loyal fanbase.
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