Kelly Girtz

On Sept. 21, an event was held to commemorate the naming of Linnentown Lane.

Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz speaks about the local Juneteenth celebration being planned for this national holiday and the impact it will have on Athens.

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a financial crisis for many local Athens business owners, but many are finding ways to solve problems and keep their storefronts open.

Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate Rev. Dr. Raphael Warnock campaigned in downtown Athens during the final days of the Senate runoff election.

The block of College Avenue between East Clayton Street and East Broad Street was closed off on Oct. 8 to implement a pedestrian and dining space called College Square Plaza.

The Soldiers’ Monument in Downtown Athens, which was first erected in 1872, has now been moved after years of controversy.