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Thursday, December 19th, 2024
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Athens Flight Center FBO will be closed for the Christmas holiday from December 24th at 6 PM to December 26th at 8 AM, though self-serve Avgas will remain accessible. Athens-Clarke County
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two fatal accidents occurred in Athens on the same day, claiming the lives of two individuals and leaving others with injuries. Classic City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend in Athens features events like the 'Christmas in Paris' masquerade, 'The Nutcracker' ballet, holiday markets, the Abnormal Bazaar art fair, and 'Unsilent Night' boombox parade. Athens Banner-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Clarke County School District introduces a residency-based program to train special education teachers, starting with four participants in January 2025. WUGA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Athens-Clarke County extends the deadline for TSPLOST 2026 project submissions to January 10, 2025, encouraging early submissions for comprehensive review and planning. Athens-Clarke County
- ➤ Kalki Yalamanchili has been inaugurated as the district attorney for Athens-Clarke and Oconee counties, starting office on January 1 after a decisive election victory. Classic City News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Recent health inspections in Athens-Clarke and Oconee counties revealed a range of restaurant scores, with some establishments receiving perfect scores while others were cited for violations such as mold. Athens Banner-Herald
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hebron Christian won its first-ever state title by defeating Prince Avenue Christian 56-28 in the GHSA Class 1-3A Private State Championships. Athens Banner-Herald
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Knock Knock, Who Cares? Improv Show
A whimsical improv troupe known for their engaging narrative performances, featuring humor and rhyming sequences.
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