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St. Mary's Upscale Thrift Store to Host Christmas Open House
St. Mary’s Auxiliary Upscale Thrift Store will host a Christmas Open House and 19th anniversary celebration on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the store, located at 2156 W. Broad St., Athens. The event will feature special sales and door prize drawings hourly, and refreshments will be served. “We are looking forward to celebrating the season and our 19th year of serving our wonderful customers and the community,” said Angie Patterson, St. Mary’s Retail Sales Manager. “We invite
Akins Ford Arena is set to bring an action-packed month of events to Downtown Athens, GA
ATHENS, GA – October 30, 2026 — Akins Ford Arena is bringing a dynamic lineup of entertainment to Downtown Athens this November. From hockey and wrestling to tours of the Georgia Music Collections and football watch parties, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Get ready for a month filled with energy, entertainment, and community in the heart of Downtown Athens! Here are some of the events featured in this month’s lineup: Athens Rock Lobsters | Akins Ford Arena | November 6, 7, 20, 21, 25, 2026
Dr. Brian Burke joins St. Mary's Orthopedic Specialists
Dr. Brian Burke joins St. Mary’s Orthopedic Specialists Media Contacts: Brooke Marshall, Regional Director Marketing & Communications Mark Ralston St. Mary’s Health Care System Marketing Admin Coordinator 706.389.3895 706.296-6717 (mobile) Brooke.Marshall@stmarysathens.org mralston@stmarysathens.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Athens, GA., October 21, 2026 – St. Mary’s Medical Group is proud to announce that Brian Burke, DO, has joined St. Mary’s Orthopedic Specialists (SMOS), effective Sept. 28. Dr.
St. Mary’s Center awarded on list of America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers
St. Mary’s Center for Rehabilitative Medicine awarded on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers Media Contacts: Brooke MarshallMark Ralston Regional Director Marketing & CommunicationsMarketing Admin Coordinator St. Mary’s Health Care SystemSt. Mary’s Health Care System 706.389.3895706.296-6717 (mobile) Brooke.Marshall@stmarysathens.orgmralston@stmarysathens.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Athens, Ga., October 15, 2026– St. Mary’s Center for Rehabilitative Medicine
CircleMakers Expands Succession Support
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CircleMakers Expands Succession Support as Family Businesses Prepare for Their Next Generation Freewebinar series begins October 23; expanded advisory platform helps owners, families and executives prepare leaders, align decisions and protect what they have built. GREENSBORO, Ga., October 10, 2026 — CircleMakers today announced an expanded family business advisory platform and a free six-month webinar series to help owners, families and executive teams address one of their most
A Weekend of Events at Akins Ford Arena and The Classic Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Ivy Ramage, Ivy@ClassicCenter.com 706.357.4414 Athens Takes the Stage: A Weekend of Events at Akins Ford Arena and The Classic Center ATHENS, GA – October 20, 2026 — Athens is gearing up for an exciting weekend as The Classic Center and Akins Ford Arena bring a diverse lineup of entertainment to Downtown Athens. From live country music and high-energy hockey matchups to a special cinematic experience accompanied by the Athens Symphony Orchestra,
Hockey Takes Center Stage at Akins Ford Arena This October
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Ivy Ramage, Ivy@ClassicCenter.com 706.357.4414 Hockey Takes Center Stage at Akins Ford Arena This October ATHENS, GA – October 7, 2026– Hockey is back in Athens, with a new season, a new professional league, and a major milestone all hitting the ice at Akins Ford Arena in Downtown Athens, GA, this October. The Athens Rock Lobsters will open their third season in Athens with a pre-season matchup at Akins Ford Arena on October 10, against
The Rivus Fan Experience Offers a New Way to Spend Game Day in Athens, GA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Ivy Ramage, ivy@classiccenter.com The Rivus Fan Experience Offers a New Way to Spend Game Day in Athens, GA ATHENS, GA – October 13, 2026– College Football fans can enjoy the excitement of game day, rain or shine, with the Rivus Fan Experience at Akins Ford Arena this Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. The all-day tailgate watch party experience goes beyond the UGA game, giving fans a fun and exciting place to catch all the
The Classic Center Theatre Celebrates 30 Years of Broadway with The Music Man
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Ivy Ramage, Ivy@ClassicCenter.com 706.357.4414 The Classic Center Theatre Celebrates 30 Years of Broadway this month with The Music Man ATHENS, GA – October 9, 2026 — The Classic Center Theatre is kicking off its 30th year of entertainment in Athens, GA, with Meredith Willson’s The Music Man, on October 20-21 as part ofthe 2026–2027 Broadway Entertainment Series. With two nights to choose from, there’s more opportunity to experience the Broadway
ATHENS CRUSH SIGN REIGNING IFL MOST VALUABLE PLAYER LIAM THOMPSON
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ATHENS CRUSH SIGN REIGNING IFL MOST VALUABLE PLAYER LIAM THOMPSON Accomplished Quarterback Joins Athens For Inaugural 2027 Season ATHENS, Ga. — October 13, 2026 — The Athens Crush have made a major addition to their inaugural roster, signing quarterback Liam Thompson, the reigning Indoor Football League Most Valuable Player, the organization announced today. Thompson joins the Crush following a spectacular 2026 season with the Green Bay Blizzard in which he established
New 55+ Community Ryland Park Now Selling from the mid-$300s in Athens
BUFORD, Ga. — (July 27, 2026) — HillWood Realty, an independently owned real estate firm serving buyers, sellers, investors and communities throughout North Georgia, is pleased to announce that Ryland Park, a new 55+ active adult community by Heritage Group Homes, is now selling from the mid-$300,000s. Located just minutes from Athens, Ryland Park offers thoughtfully designed ranch-style homes, resort-inspired amenities and a low-maintenance lifestyle for active adults seeking comfort, convenience and
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