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Thursday, April 03, 2025
The Winterville Marigold Festival will be held Saturday May 10, 2025 in Pittard Park. The family friendly event starts at 7:30 am with the 50th Annual Marigold 10K, hosted by Athens Road Runners. Festival goers can grab a bite to eat from one of our many food vendors and check out the main stage for an incredible lineup of music that begins at noon. Everyone's favorite rock star for kids, Sir ...read more
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Thursday, April 03, 2025
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend in Athens, GA, as the town comes alive with excitement in celebration of Megan Moroney's Am I Okay? Tour! Whether you're attending the concert at Akins Ford Arena or just soaking in the local vibe, there's something for everyone this weekend. Kick off the night with the outdoor Party on the Plaza Presented by White Claw April 4 and 5. Enjoy live music, ...read more
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Thursday, April 03, 2025
The Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership Internal Medicine Residency Program (IMRP) at St. Mary's Health Care System celebrated a milestone Match Day on Friday, March 21, as the program matched its 10th class of residents. “We are honored once again to have received so many truly exceptional applicants to our program,” said Dr. Lela Ward, program director for the IMRP. ...read more
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Thursday, March 27, 2025
The Athens Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that applications for the 2025-2026 LEAD Athens program are now open! LEAD Athens is designed to develop effective leaders committed to building a vibrant community by providing a personal and professional development opportunity for local leaders. This intense, year-long program covers a wide range of topics including economic ...read more
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Friday, March 21, 2025
Northeast Georgia – March 21, 2025 – Ace Handyman Services Northeast Georgia is pleased to announce its official opening on April 7, 2025. As a trusted name in home improvement, Ace Handyman Services provides professional, reliable, and high-quality handyman services for homeowners and businesses throughout the Northeast Georgia area. Locally owned and operated, Ace Handyman Services Northeast ...read more
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Thursday, March 13, 2025
ATHENS, GA – February 27, 2025— The sun will come out for both patrons and local rescue dogs thanks to a special partnership between The Classic Center Theatre and Athenspets. During the Broadway performance of Annie on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at The Classic Center Theatre, Athens rescue dogs will have a chance to find their forever homes. For decades, Annie has inspired audiences with its ...read more
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Wednesday, March 12, 2025
World Ballet Company - one of the country’s leading touring ballet companies - has announced its new production. The company presents the world premiere of its latest ballet, “The Great Gatsby” - a Broadway-style take on the iconic story. It will tour to more than 140 cities across the United States from February 6 - November 24. World Ballet Company prides itself on making ballet accessible, and ...read more
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Wednesday, March 12, 2025
ATHENS, GA – March 11, 2025— The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight will take the stage at The Classic Center Theatre on November 14 at 8:00 p.m., delivering an epic 90-minute concert that infuses legendary Rock & Metal with a beautifully dark energy.  After enchanting audiences throughout Europe and the UK, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is ready to ignite the stage in the United States once ...read more
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Tuesday, February 04, 2025
 ATHENS, GA - February 3, 2025: Country music sensation Gavin Adcock is set to bring his electrifying performance to Akins Ford Arena in Athens, GA on October 17, 2025, as part of his Need To Tour. A Georgia native from Watkinsville, Adcock transitioned from a promising football career at Georgia Southern University to the country music scene after a knee injury in 2021. Channeling his energy ...read more
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