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UGA ranks among America's best collegesKate Pierson's album inspired by Athens music sceneConor Oberst reflects on new Bright Eyes album and Athens influenceFirst, today's weather:
Mostly sunny and hot. High: 94 Low: 67.
Athens in the news:
Best colleges in America: The University of Georgia in Athens ranks among the best colleges in America. With a strong business school and top programs in environment and design, UGA continues to excel in both academics and athletics. ( kvia.com ) Fall Music Preview 2024: The 15 Best Albums for Grownups: Kate Pierson's new album 'Radios and Rainbows' features a track inspired by the 1970s Athens, Georgia, music scene. The album includes collaborations with Sia and Bleu, and showcases Pierson's signature high-energy pop style. ( aarp.org ; subscription) Conor Oberst bets on himself: Conor Oberst discusses the new Bright Eyes album, Five Dice, All Threes, and reflects on the band's journey. The album's raw sound is reminiscent of early recordings, and it was influenced by the Elephant 6 collective in Athens, Georgia. ( thefader.com ) Athens mayor and commission squandering taxpayer money with out-of-state retreat: Athens residents are outraged as the mayor and commissioners hold a taxpayer-funded retreat in Greenville, S.C., instead of Athens. The lack of transparency and the inconvenience for citizens to attend the meeting has drawn significant criticism. ( classiccitynews.com ) Athens-Clarke County Democrats celebrate grand opening of new downtown campaign office: Excitement filled downtown Athens as the Athens-Clarke County Democrats celebrated the grand opening of their new campaign office. The event featured speeches from notable figures and provided resources for voters, emphasizing the importance of the upcoming election. ( redandblack.com ) Upcoming events:
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Sunday, Sep. 22
Black Power Rangers Comedy Tour at The Globe 199 North Lumpkin Street Athens, GA 30601 (9 p.m.) Colton Dixon: UP & UP Tour featuring Austin French with special guest Jeremy Rosado - Athens, GA at Cornerstone Church Athens, 4680 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA, 30605 ( 7 p.m. ) Monday, Sep. 23
Georgia ASCE Charity Golf Tournament at Jennings Mill Country Club 1150 Chambers Court, Watkinsville, GA 30677 (9 a.m.) Classic City Trivia at Dooley's Bar & Grill ( 7 p.m. ) Athentic Brewing Co. Trivia Night at 246 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30601 (7 p.m.) Tuesday, Sep. 24
West Broad Farmer's Market at Athentic Brewing at Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens GA (5 p.m.) Ballrooms and Brews at Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave. Athens, GA (6 p.m.) Wednesday, Sep. 25
Athens Farmers Market Creature Comforts at Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery ( 5 p.m. ) Film Athens at Flicker Theatre & Bar ( 5 p.m. ) Thursday, Sep. 26
Open Mic at the Local at Coffeehouse & Lounge ( 5 p.m. ) Athens chatter:
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