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Suspect arrested in Athens drive-by shooting

Athens kids enjoy holiday shopping spree with UGA mentors

Discover R.E.M.'s Athens origins and impact

Also on today's calendar: Popeyes Tailgate UGA vs. Tennessee Game - Saturday, Nov. 16th and 11 other events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a dog that can do magic? Read on to find out.

Weather forecast:

Friday: Milder with plenty of sun, with a high of 68 and low of 41 degrees. Saturday: Nice with plenty of sun, temps: high: 70, low: 42. Sunday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 71 and low of 46 degrees.

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News we're reading

( classiccitynews.com ) — A suspect has been arrested in connection with a drive-by shooting in eastside Athens, Georgia, following a manhunt by several law enforcement agencies. The Athens-Clarke County Police Department continues to investigate the incident, which resulted in no injuries.

( ajc.com ) — Hundreds of children in Athens-Clarke County enjoyed a holiday shopping spree with University of Georgia student mentors during the Shop with a Bulldawg event. This annual initiative fosters community spirit and provides children with gifts and essentials.

( newyorker.com subscription) — , formed in , Georgia, played a pivotal role in shaping alternative music. The band, known for its unique sound and independent spirit, rose to fame while maintaining strong ties to their Athens roots.

( saturdaydownsouth.com ) — College GameDay will broadcast from Athens, Georgia, for a top-10 football matchup between Tennessee and Georgia. The crew, including Nick Saban, filmed a heartfelt ad featuring a tribute to Kirk Herbstreit's late dog, Ben.

( liveforlivemusic.com ) — The funk band Lettuce and Wu-Tang Clan's GZA are set to co-headline a winter tour in 2025, with a performance scheduled in Athens, Georgia on February 11. Fans can expect a blend of classic hip-hop and funk sounds.

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Featured events

Saturday November 16

Popeyes Tailgate UGA vs. Tennessee Game - Saturday, Nov. 16th Sat Nov 16 1:00 am The Classic Center 300 N Thomas St, Athens

Other local events

Saturday November 16

Meet and Greet. Sat Nov 16 4:00 pm Athens-Clarke County Library

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Sunday November 17

Athens Brewsic Fest Sun Nov 17 12:00 pm Athentic Brewing Company

Off the Clock Comedy Upstairs at the Globe Sun Nov 17 4:00 pm The Globe

Comedy Open Mic Sun Nov 17 6:00 pm MaiKai Kava Lounge

Monday November 18

Athentic Brewing Co. Trivia Night Mon Nov 18 7:00 pm Athens Area Chamber of Commerce , 246 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30601

Tuesday November 19

Historic Athens History Hour Tue Nov 19 12:00 pm Lyndon House Arts Center

West Broad Farmer's Market at Athentic Brewing Tue Nov 19 5:00 pm Athens Area Chamber of Commerce , Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens GA

Mayor & Commission Agenda Setting Session Tue Nov 19 6:00 pm Athens-Clarke County Unified Government Meetings , - City Hall 301 College Ave Rm 205 Athens GA 30601

Friday November 22

Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay Fri Nov 22 6:30 pm Morton Theatre 195 W Washington St, Athens

Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift Fri Nov 22 8:30 pm Morton Theatre 195 W Washington St, Athens

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Events Nearby

Friday November 15

Clothes Closet (Hull) Fri Nov 15 9:00 am Sanford Community Center

Bulldog Olympians Curator Tour (Hull) Fri Nov 15 3:00 pm Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries

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Saturday November 16

Marigold Farmers Market (Winterville) Sat Nov 16 9:00 am Pittard Park

Bag of Books Sale (Winterville) Sat Nov 16 10:00 am Front Porch Book Store

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

Upcoming drop-in meetings for the Vincent Dr. Sidewalk Project: - Wed., Nov. 13 Fire Station 8 (3955 Jefferson Rd.), 5:30-7:30 PM - Sat., Nov. 16 (Twitter 1 day ago)

Congratulations to Ms. Denisse Maddox, eighth-grade English Language Arts teacher at Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School, for being named our November... (Twitter 1 day ago)

Pactiv Evergreen posted a job for Stockroom Clerk in Athens, GA. Apply at Pactiv Evergreen Inc. - ICIMS .

Trinity Health posted a job for Transporter (As Needed) in Athens, GA. Apply at Trinity Health Careers .

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: A labracadabrador.