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Athens gears up for transparent election process

Commissioner Sanders honored in Athens for lifelong learning

Georgia-Florida rivalry heats up in Athens

Also on today's calendar: Retirement & Estate Planning for a Lifetime & Beyond and 10 other events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a fake noodle? Read on to find out.

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Wednesday: Pleasant with some sun, with a high of 78 and low of 57 degrees. Thursday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 80, low: 56. Hot!Friday: Warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 79 and low of 58 degrees.

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News we're reading

• Athens, Georgia Gears Up for Transparent Election Ballot Canvassing ( hoodline.com ) — Athens, Georgia is preparing for the transparent canvassing of ballots for the 2024 General Election starting November 5. The process will be open to public observation, ensuring transparency and integrity in counting votes, including absentee and provisional ballots.

• Newton County's Commissioner Alana Sanders Earns Lifelong Learning ( hoodline.com ) — Commissioner Alana Sanders of Newton County has been awarded a Lifelong Learning Academy certificate in Athens, Georgia. The award, given at the ACCG Legislative Leadership Conference, highlights her commitment to citizen engagement and economic development.

• Cocktail Party is now Kirby's Party, much like it was Steve Spurrier's before him ( saturdaydownsouth.com ) — The historic rivalry between Georgia and Florida, known as the Cocktail Party, is a pivotal event for both teams. Kirby Smart's leadership has mirrored Steve Spurrier's past dominance, with Athens, Georgia playing a significant role in the rivalry's history.

Upcoming Events in Athens

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Wednesday October 30

Reading Meetup at the Globe Wed Oct 30 6:00 pm The Globe

Beyond the Gates: Twilight Tour Through Oconee Hill Cemetery Wed Oct 30 6:00 pm Oconee Hill Cemetery

Beyond the Gates Wed Oct 30 6:00 pm Oconee Hill Cemetery

Hospital Night — UGA Miracle Wed Oct 30 6:30 pm Miller Learning Center

Trivia Night Wed Oct 30 7:00 pm Normal Bar

Love At First Fright Wed Oct 30 7:00 pm Athentic Brewing Company

Gorgeous George's Improv League Wed Oct 30 7:00 pm Buvez

Klon's Ghastly Horror Halloween Mix Wed Oct 30 7:00 pm Flicker Theatre & Bar

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Sunday November 3

Retirement & Estate Planning for a Lifetime & Beyond Sun Nov 3 5:00 pm Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Ave, Watkinsville

Thursday November 7

ACT Presents: Anastasia the Musical Thu Nov 7 8:30 pm Morton Theatre 195 W Washington St, Athens

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Events Nearby

Wednesday October 30

Glow Story Read Aloud (Watkinsville) Wed Oct 30 11:00 am Oconee County Library

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Thursday October 31

PSO Faculty and Staff Appreciation Event (Hull) Thu Oct 31 1:00 pm The State Botanical Garden of Georgia

Open Craft Night — Revival Yarns (Winterville) Thu Oct 31 6:00 pm Revival Yarns

Saturday November 2

Marigold Farmers Market (Winterville) Sat Nov 2 9:00 am Pittard Park

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

Meet Patrina Huff this Fri on One Story Live! As Athens Habitat for Humanity's office manager and a dedicated public service advocate, Patrina blends... (Twitter 17 hours ago)

CCSD announces opening of two new school-based health centers in partnership with Read more here: www.clarke.k12.ga.us/arti... (Twitter 1 day ago)

Raising Cane's posted a job for Restaurant Manager - Starting at $20/ Hour in Athens, GA. Apply at Raising Cane's Careers .

Federal Express Corporation posted a job for Seasonal Package Handler (Warehouse like) in Athens, GA. Apply at FedEx Careers .

Nearby News

Augusta man charged in 2023 slaying of Wrens teen ( wrdw.com )

Ohio State hosts several big recruiting targets and current commits during win over Nebraska ( landgrantholyland.com )

Jelly Roll performs private concert for Apalachee High School students ( gpb.org )

'Y'all Are F**kng Heroes': Jelly Roll Performs Private Concert for Survivors of the September 4 Apalachee High School Shooting ( americansongwriter.com )

College Football Group of 5 Coaches Poll: Week 9 ( postandcourier.com )

RMGT Roll-to-Sheetfed Offset Perfector Cuts Paper Costs by 35% ( piworld.com )

Eula Merle Alexander ( thesciotovoice.com )

Ok Athens! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time!

- The Patch.am Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An Impasta.