News for Community

Friday, May 30, 2025
Athens, GA- May 29, 2025 – In a landmark moment for vocal music fans across the globe, all-vocal country sensations HOME FREE and viral sea shanty powerhouse THE LONGEST JOHNS are joining forces for a once-in-a-lifetime co-headline tour that will be visiting The Classic Center Theatre in Athens, GA, on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Blending heartland harmony with maritime melody, they will soon set ...read more
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Friday, May 23, 2025
Downtown Athens will shine even brighter this season as The Classic Center Theatre announces its 2025–2026 Broadway Entertainment Series presented by Akins Ford, now featuring two-night performances to give theatre lovers more opportunities to enjoy the magic. Presented by Classic Entertainment, this season offers an unforgettable mix of beloved favorites and bold, new storytelling that promises ...read more
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Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Linnentown - The Musical is set to return to The Classic Center Theatre in Athens, Georgia, in September 2025, bringing with it a powerful message of history, community, and justice. The production will include a special student performance on Thursday, September 11, followed by public performances from Friday, September 12, through Sunday, September 14. Tickets go on sale this Friday, May 16, at ...read more
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Friday, May 09, 2025
  Athens, GA – 5/7/2025 – The Board of Directors of Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School is proud to announce a significant new chapter in the life of our school: beginning in the 2025–2026 academic year, we will be known as Donovan Catholic School, serving students in grades 7 through 12. This name change reflects our growing mission and the exciting expansion of our campus to include ...read more
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Thursday, April 24, 2025
Dr. Christopher Ward, MD, MBA, FACEP, CPE, has been named Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of St. Mary’s Health Care System, including its hospitals in Athens, Lavonia and Greensboro, effective Monday, April 14, 2025. Dr. Ward brings more than 30 years of progressive clinical and leadership experience to his new role with St. Mary’s. Most recently, he served as CMO for several hospitals in the ...read more
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