Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Athens offers a variety of dining options for Christmas, including local restaurants and churches providing meals for the community.
The 2024 Empty Stocking Fund campaign sees a record number of referrals, mainly for utility bill and car repair assistance, with over $31,000 raised so far to support Athens-Clarke County families.
🚨 Crime
In Athens-Clarke County, firearms and cigarettes were reported stolen in separate incidents, including a gun theft from an elderly man and a robbery at Biscuit Basket.
A woman and her 1-year-old son were unharmed after her car was shot at during a road rage incident in Athens, with police actively seeking the unidentified shooter.
🌲 Environment
Residents in a rural Athens area have detected 'forever chemicals' in private wells, a concern linked to a former carpet fibers plant.
🏈 Sports
Georgia football was the most-watched college team of the 2024 season, averaging 8.6 million viewers per game according to Nielsen.
Several Georgia football players enter the transfer portal ahead of the Sugar Bowl, with wideout Nitro Tuggle initially entering but deciding to stay, while key players like Jamaal Jarrett and Michael Jackson III opt for new beginnings.
The Akins Ford Arena has been granted a temporary Certificate of Occupancy Permit, ensuring the Rock Lobster hockey team’s first home game proceeds as scheduled.
📰 Technology
University of Georgia researchers develop a new AI model aiming to enhance the safety of self-driving cars by predicting the movement of nearby traffic more accurately.
🎉 Athens Events
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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.
Athens Symphony Christmas Concert
The Athens Symphony Christmas Concert features a festive program with beloved holiday music, offering complimentary tickets for attendees.
Holiday Concert by The Good Grief Trio
The Good Grief Trio will perform a special holiday concert featuring Vince Guaraldi's classic 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' at Marigold Auditorium in Winterville.
Christmas in Vienna by the Vienna Boys Choir
The Vienna Boys Choir will perform a seasonal program featuring a blend of Austrian folk songs, classical masterpieces, popular music, and holiday favorites at the University of Georgia Performing Arts Center.
Celebrate Christmas with John Berry
The Classic Center hosts its 28th annual Christmas show featuring John Berry, including popular holiday classics and a VIP experience with meet and greet opportunities.
Darren Knight Southern Momma Comedy Tour at Morton Theatre
The event features comedian Darren Knight and other performers on a comedy tour showcasing Southern humor.
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra: Handel's Messiah Performance
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, led by Norman Mackenzie, will perform Handel's oratorio Messiah, featuring world-class soloists and the Chamber Chorus at a traditional holiday concert.
Last Minute Holiday Market at Athentic Brewing
The Last Minute Holiday Market at Athentic Brewing features local artists and vendors, providing a variety of gift options and holiday treats.
Annual New Year's Eve at Noon 5K
This year’s 5K run will take place at noon on New Year's Eve at Sandy Creek Park, featuring a USATF certified course.
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