Flagpole Magazine

Flagpole Magazine, commonly known as Flagpole, is an alternative newsweekly based in Athens, Georgia, that highlights the local cultural landscape. Established in 1984 by Jared Bailey and Dennis Greenia, the magazine is now under the editorial guidance of Pete McCommons. It features a variety of content, including local music, politics, news, and community stories, all centered around the city, which is home to the University of Georgia. While paid subscribers can receive it nationwide, the magazine is primarily distributed for free at over 275 locations within the Athens area, generating most of its income through advertising sales.

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The Asymptomatics Celebrate Debut Album Release at Normaltown Music Festival

1 day ago | flagpole.com | Sam Lipkin

“A symphony of stereophonic fire and fury,” reads the bio of Athens’ fluid seven-member party ensemble The Asymptomatics. Creating an infectiously fun atmosphere to get the crowd moving all night, the group draws elements from funk, indie rock and psychedelic folk rock. It accomplishes this with a rotating cast of musicians complimenting the core seven with brass and horns, percussion and a quartet of backup vocalists.
Locally Developed Platform Ticketbase Counters High Ticketing Fees

1 day ago | flagpole.com | Sam Lipkin

The joy of live music is becoming a costly luxury in large part due to exorbitant fees tacked on by ticketing platform giants like Ticketmaster and AXS, not to mention the outrageous markup by resellers who manage to profit off the system. Local software developer Adam Land has created Ticketbase, a passion project that aims to be a friendlier and more fair platform. As a ticketing platform, Ticketbase charges a $1 fee for all transactions and houses its own resale of tickets.
National Infrastructure Tour Spotlights Murmur Trestle On Saturday

6 days ago | flagpole.com | Sam Lipkin

The nationwide Engineering & Public Works Roadshow showcasing outstanding engineering and infrastructure is making a stop in Athens on Saturday, Apr. 19 to celebrate the Murmur Trestle and the 45th anniversary of R.E.M.’s first show at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church.
View Finders: Local Photographers Celebrate Georgia Landscapes

1 week ago | flagpole.com | Lauren Leathers

What started as a shared love of exploring and photographing Georgia’s landscapes has become a nationally celebrated adventure—and now, an Emmy Award-nominated one. “View Finders,” a television series hosted by professional photographers Chris Greer and Paul Daniel currently on PBS (Public Broadcasting Service), showcases stunning nature scenes, educates on conservation and provides photography tips. Since Flagpole last spoke with Greer in 2022, the show has grown far beyond its Southern roots.
New Sewer Plant and Chicken Plant Could Pollute the Broad River

1 week ago | flagpole.com | Lee Shearer

Chickens are coming home to roost in a small Franklin County town as angry citizens question its plans for a wastewater treatment plant that could clear the way for a new poultry processing plant sending more than a million gallons of treated wastewater a day into the Broad River.
Nerveclinic’s “Bad Slab Dub,” And More Music News and Gossip

1 week ago | flagpole.com | Gordon Lamb

OUT ON THE STREETS, THAT’S WHERE WE’LL MEET: Widespread Panic has released the full multi-track recording of its Apr. 18, 1998 show recorded live on the streets of Athens.
Plans for Downtown Parking, Arena District and College Square

1 week ago | flagpole.com | Blake Aued

A new committee recently met for the first time to discuss how to develop the area around the Classic Center’s new arena—starting with parking, then trying to lure a hotel to address a shortage of rooms. Leasing property owned by Athens-Clarke County and the Classic Center Authority near Akins Ford Arena for development will be crucial to repaying the bonds sold to fund most of the $170 million project.
Marigold Collective Fundraises for Food Programming with Marigold Mingle

1 week ago | flagpole.com | Sam Lipkin

Winterville’s Marigold Collective is a nonprofit dedicated to connecting the community with fresh, locally grown food and promoting food sovereignty through markets, educational and nutritional programming, a farmer co-op and shared kitchen. The collective is hosting its first fundraiser, Marigold Mingle, featuring music and locally sourced concessions on Saturday, Apr. 19 at the Marigold Auditorium in benefit of continuing and expanding its programs.
Art Around Town - Flagpole

1 week ago | flagpole.com | Lauren Leathers

ACE/FRANCISCO GALLERY (675 Pulaski St., Suite 500) “Beneath the Sky and Sea,” new paintings by Louise Haynes Hall, are on view in the Main Gallery. • “Playing House” is a collection of mixed media work by Cecilia Reynolds in the Upper Gallery. Through Apr. 24. New Town Revue closing reception featuring live music and readings Apr.
IHOTFM-Man to the Rescue

1 week ago | flagpole.com | Tom Tomorrow

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