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Monday, August 24, 2026
The Classic Center’s HCA program helps Georgia students land jobs and build industry connectionsATHENS, GA – August 21, 2026- The Classic Center continues to invest in the future of Georgia's hospitality industry through its annual Hospitality Careers Academy (HCA), which recently welcomed six high school students for an immersive week of learning, networking, and career development. The ...read more
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Saturday, August 22, 2026
Stillwell Athens Expands Mental Health Services with Young Adult Intensive Outpatient Program Stillwell Athens is expanding access to mental health care in the Athens community through comprehensive counseling services and an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) designed specifically for young adults ages 18–30. Located in Athens, Stillwell provides individual, couples and family therapy, ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, General News Article, Press Release
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Athens Orthopedic Clinic is pleased to introduce AOC OrthoNow, urgent care centers in Northeast Georgia that specialize in the treatment of orthopedic injuries. AOC OrthoNow treats complex conditions such as fractures and dislocations with costs significantly below emergency department care. The care addresses injuries from feet to hands and everything in between.   Orthopedic injuries rank as ...read more
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Tuesday, August 18, 2026
The Classic Center Theatre is celebrating 30 years of entertainment in Downtown Athens with its 2026–2027 Broadway Entertainment Series, presented by Akins Ford. Single show tickets are now available at ClassicCenter.com. This season, Classic Entertainment is offering an unforgettable mix of beloved favorites and new storytelling that promises to captivate audiences of all ages. From high-energy ...read more
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Tuesday, August 04, 2026
Monday, August 3, 2026- Critically acclaimed stand-up comedian Anthony Jeselnik just announced his highly anticipated new tour Wrath of Man that will be coming to Athens, GA at The Classic Center Theatre on October 23, 2026. Following his sold out 2023-2024 Bones and All tour, Jeselnik will be performing a new hour of material across multiple US dates. Tickets will be available for pre-sale ...read more
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Tuesday, August 04, 2026
The University of Georgia Ice Dawgs officially announced their 2026-2027 season schedule at Akins Ford Arena, while unveiling “Built Beneath Athens,” a season-long brand campaign celebrating nearly four decades of Ice Dawgs hockey and the program's enduring impact on the Athens community. Founded in 1987, the Ice Dawgs have grown into one of the most recognizable collegiate hockey programs in the ...read more
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Thursday, July 30, 2026
The Athens Indoor Football League (IFL) franchise is proud to announce CrossFit Liberate as the Official Training Partner of the team for its inaugural 2027 season and beyond. The 3-year partnership brings together one of the region's premier fitness facilities with Athens' newest professional sports organizations, creating a shared commitment to athletic excellence, performance, health, and ...read more
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Monday, July 27, 2026
BUFORD, Ga. — (July 27, 2026) — HillWood Realty, an independently owned real estate firm serving buyers, sellers, investors and communities throughout North Georgia, is pleased to announce that Ryland Park, a new 55+ active adult community by Heritage Group Homes, is now selling from the mid-$300,000s. Located just minutes from Athens, Ryland Park offers thoughtfully designed ranch-style homes, ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
Monday, July 27, 2026
St. Mary’s Health Care Systems’ hospitals in Athens, Lavonia and Greensboro have received a total of 11 American Heart Association quality achievement awards for demonstrating commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and fewer readmissions to the hospital.  Heart ...read more
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