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Weaver D’s, iconic Athens restaurant, to close

November 5, 2013 Todd DeFeo

The Athens, Georgia, restaurant known for coining the phrase “automatic for the people,” is expected to close in the next two to three weeks. Weaver D’s Delicious Fine Foods has been an Athens’ institution for more than two decades.

Herschel Walker opening new restaurant in Athens

December 1, 2012 Todd DeFeo

Legendary University of Georgia running back Herschel Walker is opening a new restaurant in Athens, Georgia, the Athens Banner-Herald reported.

Athens landmark facing tough financial times, may close

October 3, 2012 The Travel Trolley

The Athens restaurant known for coining the phrase “automatic for the people,” which later appeared as the title of an R.E.M. album, is facing hard financial times and may be forced to close.

Olympics’ lasting impact on Atlanta evident today

July 25, 2012 Todd DeFeo

It’s been 16 years since Atlanta hosted the Summer Olympics, but the games’ lasting impact can be felt even today.

Five Southeastern destinations to visit this summer

May 10, 2012 The Travel Trolley

With the summer travel season in full swing, there’s no time like the present to head out of Dodge (proverbially speaking) and check out any number of Southeastern destinations.

Athens statue honors Vince Dooley

March 6, 2012 The Travel Trolley

An Athens sculptor crafted the 14-foot-tall bronze statue of Dooley, depicting the former coach being hoisted onto the shoulders of his players after winning the national championship.

End of the line for famous Athens trestle?

February 7, 2012 Todd DeFeo

For years, the famed “Murmur Trestle” in Athens, Ga., has attracted R.E.M. fans from around the globe. But, time may be running out for the 130-year-old trestle, The Wall Street Journal reported.

An artsy train track (no longer in use)

August 6, 2011 The Travel Trolley

Taken June 25, 2011, in Athens, Ga.

Historic Athens theater set to re-open Aug. 1

June 26, 2011 The Travel Trolley

The historic Georgia Theater, gutted by fire two years ago, is set to re-open Aug. 1, according to published media reports.

AthFest: A great way to explore Athens’ music scene

June 25, 2011 Todd DeFeo

The home of R.E.M., the B-52s and many more, live music is still very much a part of present-day Athens.