Athens Black Market (ABM) is designed to support and provide a marketplace for Black and minority business owners, in addition to promoting culture, diversity and inclusion in Downtown Athens.  FREE to the general public. This event is for all ages, includes live music, family friendly activities, and more. The next ABM will be held on May 4th, 12-5pm College Square, located on College Ave (across the street from the UGA Arch), Athens Georgia. If you would like to become a vendor please complete the registration form: Once you have completed the vendors form make a payment to secure your spot...

“Grand jury declines to indict Athens teacher accused of placing student in chokehold.” On behalf of the Banett family, the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement is hosting a rally in support of Jaden Barnett will be held May 9th, 2024, 6-7PMat the Athens CourtHouse 325 E Washington St. to demand justice for Jaden Barnett. On November 30th, Jaden was choked by his teacher, Brockton Tatum, at W.R. Coile Middle School. Unfortunately, the grand jury issued a “No Bill of Indictment” meaning that the criminal charges against Tatum Brockton were dismissed because there is not enough evidence to warrant a criminal prosecution. Despite...