News for Community

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
  Athens, Ga. – Bulldogs Battling Breast Cancer (BBBC), their benefactors and their partners at St. Mary’s Health Care System came together recently to celebrate the non-profit organization’s donation of $300,000 to St. Mary’s Breast Health Services. The funds represent the proceeds from BBBC’s many fundraising activities in 2025, including the BBBC Charity Golf Classic at The Georgia Club in ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, General News Article
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
ATHENS, GA – April 20, 2026— Break out the ale! The Classic Center Cultural Foundation will host its fourth annual Athens Beer Fest on Saturday, August 22, at 1:00 p.m. at Akins Ford Arena. Tickets are available now at AkinsFordArena.com. Celebrate the end of summer by sampling a wide selection of beers from some of your favorite regional breweries at this lively annual event, benefiting The ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Savannah Country Duo Andy & Mandy to Headline Winterville Marigold Festival; Folk-Punk Sunny War of Nashville Also in Lineup; Kid’s Stage Returns The Winterville Marigold Festival will be held Saturday May 9, 2026 in Pittard Park. The family friendly event starts at 7:30 am with the Marigold 10K, hosted by Athens Road Runners. The Marigold Express II train will lead the parade through town at 10 ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Press Release, Community
Monday, April 06, 2026
The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government (ACCGov) is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following terms on important policy-making boards:  Two positions on the Airport Authority with one position for a partial term expiring June 30, 2029 and one position for a four-year term.*Four positions on the Athens-Clarke County Library Board with one partial term expiring June 30, 2029 and ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Press Release, Community
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical will be at The Classic Center Theatre in Athens, GA, for one night only on May 15, 2026. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 13, at 10:00 a.m. at ClassicCenter.com. Featuring some of the most iconic rock songs ever recorded, Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical boasts an epic world class  cast of singers, dancers, actors, accompanied by a dynamic eight-piece rock band.  This ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
ATHENS, GA – March 11, 2026— Get ready for Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical, the thrilling spectacle where the timeless music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf reigns supreme! Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical will be at The Classic Center Theatre in Athens, GA, for one night only on May 15, 2026. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 13, at 10:00 a.m. at ClassicCenter.com.  Featuring some of the most iconic ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Thursday, November 06, 2025
TL;DR This article is your pocket translator for business language. You’ll learn the meaning behind terms like “cash flow,” “equity,” and “ROI” — not just their definitions, but how they work together to shape your day-to-day as a business owner or entrepreneur. You’ll also find a quick checklist, a sample table of key terms, and FAQs to help you go from confused to confident.    Starting Out: ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Press Release, Chamber, Community