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Athens Juneteenth celebrations to uplift to Black history, art and community
The following was released by the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement; The Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) proudly invites the...

Classic City News
Jun 93 min read
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AthFest Educates announces additions and improvements to AthFest 2025
The following was released by AthFest Educates: Athfest Educates is thrilled to announce the addition of several new features and...

Classic City News
Jun 82 min read
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Disney On Ice Delights Locals with a Book Reading at Athens-Clarke County Library
From the Athens Regional Library System: Join us for a fun-filled morning as Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto makes a special...

Classic City News
Apr 221 min read
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Athens native pens raw urban crime novel
By Lenor Penferd Consignment is a raw gripping urban crime novel that dives deep into the world of street politics, ambition, and...

Classic City News
Apr 133 min read
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Future of local libraries uncertain from elimination of federal funding
President Donald Trump’s order directed the Institute of Museum and Library Services “be eliminated to the maximum extent consistent with...

Classic City News
Apr 103 min read
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Explore Athens history at the public library: manuscripts, photos and relics 1950’s to 1990’s
From the Athens Regional Library System: ATHENS, Ga. — Step back in time and experience Athens History at the Athens-Clarke County...

Classic City News
Apr 22 min read
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RN honored for excellence at St. Mary’s Hospital in Athens
L Daishany “Dai” Rakestraw, a registered nurse at St. Mary’s Hospital who provides care on the 5th floor medical/surgical unit, has...

Classic City News
Mar 222 min read
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Leisure Services now accepting summer job applications
Just released by the ACC Department of Leisure Services: The Leisure Services Department is now hiring more than 100 summer positions....

Classic City News
Feb 211 min read
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Registration for county summer camps begins soon
2025 Summer Camp registration begins Saturday, March 15 at 9:00 a.m. for Athens-Clarke County residents. Non-county residents may...

Classic City News
Feb 201 min read
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News flash from Athens Transit
Released this morning: Dear Passengers, We will be performing a system upgrade on Sunday, February 23rd, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. During...

Classic City News
Feb 191 min read
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CCSD Announces 2025 STAR Students, Cedar Shoals Senior Named ‘System’ Winner
Sebastian Caillault The Clarke County School District is pleased to announce its STAR Students from Cedar Shoals and Clarke Central high...

Classic City News
Feb 37 min read
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Public hearing on homestead exemption opt-out rescheduled
Released today by the Clarke County School District: As stated in its prior notice, the Clarke County Board of Education intends to opt...

Classic City News
Jan 261 min read
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Athens schools will be closed for predicted winter storm
The Clarke County School District this afternoon released the following: Due to the strong likelihood of inclement weather (mixture of...

Classic City News
Jan 91 min read
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Jackie Robinson play to be performed at Morton Theatre
The following has been released by the Morton Theatre Corporation: Renowned theatre artist Mike Wiley will portray famed baseball player...

Classic City News
Jan 92 min read
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Hiking 101 at Walker Park
From the county Leisure Services Department: Join Leisure Services Department staff to learn the basics of a fun and successful hike. ...

Classic City News
Dec 23, 20241 min read
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New Akins Ford Arena to host annual Classic City Basketball Championships
The Clarke County School District is excited to hold the first round of the 2024-25 Classic City Basketball Championships between Cedar...

Classic City News
Dec 17, 20242 min read
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CYDO exec chides Athens schools superintendent for lost youth basketball season
It is with deep disappointment that I write to inform you that the CYDO-CCSD Youth District Basketball League will not take place this...

Classic City News
Dec 12, 20242 min read
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Beechwood Shopping Center gets extensive makeover
By Grady Multiplatform Journalists, Grady NewsSource Views: 1,666 The Beechwood Shopping Center on Alps Road in Athens has undergone a...

Classic City News
Dec 8, 20243 min read
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Outdoor presentation of “Frozen” at Sandy Creek Park
The Leisure Services Department will host a “Movies by Moonlight,” presentation on Thursday, December 19 at 6:00 p.m.at Sandy Creek...

Classic City News
Dec 2, 20241 min read
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UGA Turkeypalooza serves record number families
Over 1,300 Athens community members will have meals for Thanksgiving and the days beyond thanks to the University of Georgia’s 12th...

Classic City News
Dec 2, 20241 min read
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