Entertainment
Athens Comedy Fest returns to the Morton Theatre
The regional comedy festival is a prime example of the growing trend of smaller cities becoming hotspots for stand-up comedy.
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center Hosts 'Color Resonance: Gary Hudson in Full Hue'
Exhibit showcases large color works by acclaimed artist Gary Hudson, known as a 'Lyrical Abstractionist'.
Athens Seeks Artist for Morton Theatre Lobby Mural
Deadline to apply is February 27, 2026 at 5 PM EST.
Crime
Trial Begins for Man Accused of Killing UGA Law Student Tara Baker
Edrick Faust faces charges for the 2001 murder of the 23-year-old student in Athens, Georgia.
Man convicted in Laken Riley murder requests new trial
Jose Ibarra contends judge abused discretion and violated his rights in trial
Man Convicted of Killing Georgia Nursing Student Seeks New Trial
Judge hears testimony from DNA expert in case of Jose Ibarra, who was found guilty of murdering Laken Riley in 2024.
Lifestyle
Longtime Monroe Resident Mike Buice Passes Away at 74
Buice retired from Newcomb Spring Corp after over 40 years, was an avid golfer and antique car enthusiast
Study: Perceiving Partner as Saver Key to Relationship Satisfaction
New research finds couples happier when they view their partner as a saver, not a spender.
Guest Artist Recital: Melody Quah, piano
The Hugh Hodgson School of Music expands offerings and supports students across musical pursuits.
Sports
Georgia Offers Promising 2029 Defensive Lineman Tatum White
The in-state prospect has already made multiple visits to Athens and is eager to return.
Four-Star OL Prospect Enjoys 'More Personal' Georgia Visit
JJ Brown recaps his Junior Day visit to the Bulldogs and his growing relationship with new OL coach Phil Rauscher.
Georgia Lands Top RB Recruit Kemon Spell
Spell's decommitment from Penn State highlights the growing importance of coaching stability in college football recruiting.
Politics
Olympic Organizers Call for Suspension of Wars During Games
United Nations and Olympic officials invoke ancient Greek tradition of Olympic Truce to demand ceasefire during upcoming Winter Olympics
Olympic Organizers Call for Global Truce Ahead of 2026 Games
United Nations and Milan Cortina Winter Olympics organizers urge a 7-week pause in worldwide conflicts during the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic events.
Olympic Organizers Call for Truce to Halt Global Conflicts
U.N. and Milan Cortina Olympics seek 7-week pause in all wars worldwide during Winter Games
