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WEEK IN PHOTOS: SEC Championship, Downtown Parade of Lights and Athens Rock Lobsters
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (128+ words) This week in Athens, the Athens Rock Lobsters face the Monroe Moccasins at Akins Ford Arena winning 3-2 in overtime, Athens-Clarke County hosted the Downtown Parade of Lights, this year's ... This week in Athens, the Athens Rock Lobsters face the Monroe…...
Athens on the Ballot: Q&A with Tim Denson, candidate for Athens mayor
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (673+ words) Tim Denson wants to make an affordable Athens for everyone. After working in local public service and advocacy for over 15 years, Denson announced his bid for Athens-Clarke County mayor in June, promising to work towards increased affordability, housing security and…...
College GameDay headed to Athens for Georgia-Ole Miss
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (297+ words) College GameDay is coming to Athens on Oct. 18 for the top 10 matchup between No. 10 Georgia and No. 4 Ole Miss, the University of Georgia Athletic Association announced Sunday. GameDay will be held at Myers Quad and will be broadcast from 9 a.m. to…...
WEEK IN PHOTOS: UGA Basketball, 2025 Georgia Fall Invitational, Athens Academy Holiday Market and more
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (162+ words) This week in Athens, the University of Georgia women's basketball team faced Jacksonville State and North Florida, the University of Georgia men's basketball team faced Florida A&M, University Union hosted This week in Athens, the University of Georgia women's…...
PHOTOS: North Oconee vs. Jefferson High School Football
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (215+ words) North Oconee High School and Jefferson High School faced off for a football game at Jefferson Memorial Stadium in Jefferson, Georgia, on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. North Oconee won 35-0. North Oconee High School and Jefferson High School faced off for a football…...
Athens on the Ballot: Dexter Fisher
2+ week, 1+ day ago (165+ words) In this episode, politics reporter Gracie Howard sits down with Dexter Fisher, current District 5 commissioner and candidate for Athens mayor. The Red & Black is a 501c3 nonprofit. Please consider a one-time gift or become a monthly supporter. Cancel anytime. In this…...
Athens Mayor and Commission approves data center moratorium, discusses Homewood Village Shopping Center at regular session
4+ mon, 20+ hour ago (604+ words) The Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission approved a memorandum to prohibit data centers in ACC and discussed a request to replace part of the Homewood Village Shopping Center with apartments at their regular session on Tuesday, Dec. 2. The commission voted…...
Athens Farmers Market kicks off the holidays with a festive Artist Market at Bishop Park
4+ mon, 3+ day ago (466+ words) For many artists, this market is more than a place to sell. It's a place to connect. Madeline Scott, owner of Seed Bead Therapy Jewelry, a sensory-friendly store with many pieces inspired by mushrooms and herbology, said the event brings…...
PHOTOS: Georgia Men's Basketball vs. Maryland Eastern Shore
4+ mon, 4+ week ago (101+ words) The Georgia men's basketball team faced Maryland Eastern Shore at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, Georgia, on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025. Georgia won 94-29. The Georgia men's basketball team faced Maryland Eastern Shore at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, Georgia, on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025. Georgia won…...
Athens restaurant roundup: Back to school, gameday deals and more
7+ mon, 6+ day ago (356+ words) September is approaching, and with a new month comes gamedays and restaurant deals. From new menus to holiday specials, there is something for everyone to try. Here is a roundup of upcoming offerings this week." When: Thursday, Aug. 28, from 4 to…...