Athens, GA News Roundup (7/20/25)

BCM’s latest housing project: A rendering shows 260 one- and two-bedroom residences above street-level retail at South Lumpkin and Broad, set to break ground by mid-2025 — find out what’s planned.

Future media pros in action: Nearly 70 middle and high school students spent June at Grady College’s 2025 Summer Media Academy, producing broadcasts, crafting multimedia stories, developing PR campaigns, and directing short films — check out their creations.

Don’t trash edible food: A UGA food safety specialist explains how misreading “Sell By,” “Use By,” and “Best By” dates leads to needless waste and shares simple organizing tips — find out how.

Spotted lanternfly nears Athens: The invasive insect that has swept the East Coast and was recently spotted in Fulton County could soon arrive in Athens-Clarke County — find out what this means.

Athens’ new dining lineup: From Buffalo Wild Wings arriving downtown to Cafe Racer gearing up to open its West Broad Street outpost later this year, Athens is adding fresh flavors — find out what’s on the menu.

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