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Friday, November 22nd, 2024

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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Downtown Athens Parade of Lights, themed "Run, Run Rudolph," will feature Olympian Aaliyah Butler as marshal, with a special visit from Santa at the tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 5.  Athens Banner-Herald
  • Several Athens venues offer free Thanksgiving meals and resources, fostering community spirit.  WUGA

CRIME NEWS

  • Two individuals were indicted for concealing the death of 65-year-old Lee Dell Smith and tampering with evidence in Athens, July 2022.  Classic City News
  • Two University of Alabama football fans, under the legal drinking age, were arrested for disorderly conduct after harassing a vehicle, alongside other reports of underage drinking and public disturbances.  The Red & Black

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Banner-Herald highlights five weekend activities in Athens, including Winter Wonderlights, a Shop Small Crawl, a Thanksgiving Book Fair, Homy.Made food truck, and the Little Characters Fall Variety Show.  Athens Banner-Herald

EDUCATION NEWS

  • A middle school student in Athens was disciplined for using a school computer to research bomb-making, detected by monitoring software.  Classic City News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • At a recent Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission meeting, community members voiced support for a resolution declaring the city a safe haven for LGBTQIA+ individuals and also discussed bicycle safety improvements and a ranked choice voting system proposal.  The Red & Black

SPORTS NEWS

  • Georgia football, a major TV attraction and two-time national champion, is set to play UMass at home with a predicted landslide victory favoring the Bulldogs.  Athens Banner-Herald
  • The Georgia basketball team, with a 5-0 record, faces a significant challenge playing against ranked opponents Marquette and St. John's in the Bahamas.  Athens Banner-Herald

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Washed Out Live at 40 Watt Club

    Experience the ambient sounds of Washed Out, aka Ernest Greene, as he explores themes of boredom and apathy through his captivating visuals and music.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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  • Kinchafoonee Cowboys Concert at Paloma Park

    Experience a lively performance by the Kinchafoonee Cowboys at Paloma Park in Athens.

    Fri, 11/29/24

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  • Cosmic Charlie Live Performance

    Experience the vibrant sounds of Cosmic Charlie, a Grateful Dead cover band, along with the soulful performance of Caroline Aiken at The Foundry.

    Sat, 11/30/24

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  • Winter WonderLights at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia

    Experience the enchanting transformation of the State Botanical Garden of Georgia into a dazzling winter wonderland featuring spectacular light displays and themed pathways.

    Mon, 12/2/24

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  • Canadian Brass: Making Spirits Bright

    Experience the festive sounds of the Canadian Brass as they perform beloved holiday classics with engaging wit and showmanship.

    Tue, 12/3/24

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  • Deck the Hollow at Bear Hollow Zoo

    Celebrate the holiday season with festive lights, local artists, and animal encounters at Bear Hollow Zoo.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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  • Improv Level 2 & Level 3 Graduation Show

    Celebrate the improvisational talents of Level 2 and Level 3 performers at Flying Squid Comedy with two exciting grad shows in one night.

    Wed, 12/11/24

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  • Athens Holiday Market at Big City Bread

    This two-night holiday market features local artists and craftspeople showcasing handmade items, accompanied by food and live music in a festive courtyard setting.

    Thu, 12/12/24

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  • Sensational Sounds of Motown Live Show

    An evening featuring live performances by veteran musicians delivering electrifying Motown melodies.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • Indie South Fair: Holiday Hooray!

    Indie South's 18th Annual Holiday Hooray features over 150 makers, artists, and curators showcasing handmade goods in a family-friendly atmosphere at Bishop Park.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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