🌱 Patch AM: How will the new College Square change your downtown Athens routine?

Also check out Piano Bar Happy Hour on the Athens Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How an 800-mile stowaway kitten found a forever home in Athens

Spotted on the Athens calendar: Garden Closed for Construction

🌱 Patch AM: How Georgia’s blowout win sets up a huge Athens showdown.

Also check out DEEPER BREATH - A monthly Breathwork Workshop on the Athens Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Athens jury’s verdict sends local child molester to prison for life

Spotted on the Athens calendar: 1ra Carrera Tactical Gym MMA 5K

🌱 Patch AM: How Athens’ housing crunch is reshaping rents, zoning, and neighborhood stability

Coming up on the Athens Patch calendar: Tacos Los Toxicos Food Truck Onsite

🌱 Patch AM: What does the Double Barrel–Buddha Bar merger mean for your game days?

Coming up: ESP Athens: ESP Food Bank on the Athens Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Don’t miss Saturday’s free prostate cancer summit and PSA testing.

And on the Athens Patch calendar - Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Nearly 70 GA Bulldogs Fill 2026 NFL Rosters: Here's Who They Are

Jalon Walker, Roquan Smith and Stetson Bennett are three of 63 former Georgia Bulldogs to join NFL rosters for the 2026 season.

Crash Traps Car Beneath Clarke Co. School Bus Carrying Students

A car became wedged underneath a school bus carrying students during a crash in Clarke County.

Police Shooting Critically Injures Athens Man

A man is accused of stepping toward officers while holding knives at a local day center serving the homeless community in Athens.

Stray Bullet Injures Female In Athens Apartment

A female was inside her apartment when a stray bullet struck her after a dispute led to the shooting, Athens-Clarke County Police say.

Sharing lifesaving skills statewide

UGA’s Office of Emergency Preparedness offers more than 150 training sessions throughout Georgia each year

NFL Star Driving 136MPH Charged In GA, Cops Say

The NFL linebacker and former Bulldog drove 136 mph in a 70 mph zone along a Georgia interstate, authorities said.

Man Killed In Athens Police Shooting ID'ed

Both the man and an officer fired their weapons during a shooting that killed the man in Athens, the GBI says.

Beacon Management Services Expands into Athens

Growth Along Highway 316 Corridor Positions Beacon at Center of One of Georgia’s Fastest-Growing Markets

Mother's Day Shooting Kills Woman, Athens Police Say

A man is facing murder charges in connection with a Mother's Day shooting that killed a woman in Athens, police say.

Teen Dead, Man Charged With Murder In Athens Shooting

A woman was injured in a shooting that killed a teenage boy in an Athens community, police say.

5 Ways To Honor Memorial Day In Athens

From a brand partner: Explore thoughtful, accessible ways to observe Memorial Day in your community and beyond.

Ex-GA Bulldog Arrested Near Athens Bar Ahead Of NFL Draft: Reports

The NFL Draft hopeful posted a $39 bond after his arrest outside an Athens bar, media reports say.

6 Things To Do In Athens This Spring: Markets, Festivals & Local Events

From a brand partner: Add these community happenings to your calendar in the weeks ahead.

Spring Into Sports: Where To Sign Up And Play In Athens

From a brand partner: Local leagues and programs across Athens are offering opportunities for all ages to get out and play this season.

UGA Student Dies After Falling From CT Park Trail

A University of Georgia student was hiking with his sister in a Connecticut state park when he fell from a trail and died, officials say.

4 Charged With Armed Robbery In Athens

Police say they have arrested four people in connection with an armed robbery and aggravated assault in Athens.

Where To Watch Baseball In Athens This Season

From a brand partner: From sports bars to local ballparks, here are a few places around Athens to catch the game this season.

Triple Shooting Leaves 2 Dead, Suspect Charged With Murder: Athens Police

The suspected shooter was the long-time best friend of one of the victims, the injured man's mother told 11Alive.

Suspect Arrested In Rape Of UGA Student

Police say a man forced a University of Georgia student behind a building and sexually assaulted her.

Hello, Spring! 10 Things To Do Around Athens

A fresh season brings new reasons to get outside and discover what our community has to offer.

The Cottages at Ridge Pointe Turns 5, Highlights BTR Growth

JCCG celebrates fifth anniversary of inaugural build-to-rent community

Titan Pride: 5 Unforgettable Athletes From North Oconee High School

From local fields to national fame, these stars got their start in Athens.

CineVantage Joins Coca-Cola® Refreshing Films as Technical Partner for Sound Design and Music Composition

Company will provide sound design and music composition mentorship to emerging filmmakers

Ex-UGA President Dies After 'Brief Illness,' Officials Say

The 77-year-old president emeritus has been recognized for his 16 years of work in leading the University of Georgia.

Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Athens

Feeling inspired by the Winter Games? Here are a few ways to get out, stay active and make the most of the season!

Where To Watch The Big Game In Athens

From casual bars to lively breweries, here are a few places to cheer, snack and settle in for the Feb. 8 showdown.

Why Winter's Better In Athens: Beat The Blues With These Local Picks

Plus, get personalized recommendations for quick winter getaways near you!

Wellness In 2026: Where To Sweat, Stretch & Recharge In Athens

Start the year feeling stronger & more balanced with a look at local spots offering everything from energizing workouts to calming escapes.

Mom, Fetus Dead After Crash Kills Dad In Athens

A GA woman, whose husband was killed in a crash, and her 15-week-old fetus have died of their injuries suffered in the wrong-way crash.

2 Dead, Multiple Injured In Fiery Wrong-Way GA Crash

Among those injured was a pregnant woman, whose husband died in the wrong-way crash at the GA-10 Inner Loop, according to a GoFundMe.

Game day’s unsung heroes

Behind the scenes as UGA staff and university partners protect Sanford Stadium and beyond every football Saturday in Athens.

Missing GA Woman Found Dead

A 77-year-old Georgia woman missing for four days has been found dead, police say.

Man In Nazi Uniform Arrested In Attack Of UGA Student: Reports

The woman was attempting to remove the man's swastika armband when he was accused of attacking her outside a bar, media reports say.