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Third Porchfest expands into Uptown, West Side
The free community arts festival this weekend will feature over 100 performances across Athens.
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HAPCAP advances Sunset Shelter Project with contract for renovations
Following multiple rounds of unsuccessful bidding, HAPCAP will transition to a design-build approach.
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Uptown park damaged by city utility project
The park will require “comprehensive restoration,” Athens City Council member Alan Swank, 4th Ward, said Monday.
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Thrift store celebrates 50 years of fostering community
Since opening in Athens in 1976, New to You has retained affordability while supporting foster youth.
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Primary election issues to be decided by provisional ballots
Levy issues, including the city of Athens income tax, cannot be decided until provisional ballots have been counted.
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Uptown streetscape and utility relocation project public meeting scheduled for May 19, 2026
The purpose is to discuss the project and proposed improvements with the community, answer questions, and gather community input.
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3rd Annual Athens Porchfest scheduled for May 15-17, 2026
The festival showcases the incredible wealth of local musical talent from Athens and the surrounding region.
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2026 Athens Community Giveback Days scheduled for May 6–7, 2026
Community Give Back Day is a two-day event which is open to the public.
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City talks expanding DORA, Porchfest street closure
Athens City Council may extend DORA to the West Side, and will decide next week on a street closure for the Porchfest finale.
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