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Thursday, December 26th, 2024
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Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of December.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire significantly damaged a house on Field Avenue in Athens, but no residents were home during the incident. Classic City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Athens area offers diverse weekend activities from Dec. 27-29, including Kwanzaa Storytime at the library, public ice skating, a Big Band Holiday Bash, Athens Showgirl Cabaret, and a Nosh food truck pop-up. Athens Banner-Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UGA's influenza expert emphasizes low human risk amidst heightening avian influenza spread in U.S. dairy farms, highlighting only one severe human case and the safety of pasteurized milk. Athens Banner-Herald
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Georgia State Parks will offer ranger-guided hikes on New Year's Day with options for various distances and difficulties, including features like all-terrain wheelchairs at Tallulah Gorge State Park, as part of the national First Day Hikes program. Athens Banner-Herald
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Georgia football, led by Kirby Smart, prepares to face a physically strong Notre Dame team in the Sugar Bowl as part of the College Football Playoff quarterfinals. Athens Banner-Herald
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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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Tennessee Volunteers vs. UGA Ice Dawgs Men's Hockey Game
The UGA Ice Dawgs compete against the University of Tennessee in an exciting college hockey matchup.
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Tina - The Tina Turner Musical at The Classic Center
Tina – The Tina Turner Musical narrates the inspiring journey of the iconic Queen of Rock and Roll through her timeless hits and struggles to stardom.
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Tyler Ramsey Live at Hotel Indigo's Rialto Club
Tyler Ramsey, a folk and indie rock singer-songwriter, will perform an all-seated show at the Rialto Room, featuring introspective music rooted in his experiences from North Carolina.
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First Annual Classic City Blues Fest
The Classic City Blues Fest will feature performances by notable artists including Boosie, West Love, and Tyree Neal at The Classic Center in Athens, GA.
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