100-Year-Old Saye Building Demolished

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Friday, August 1st, 2025

Demolition of the historic Saye building is underway, bringing a years-long legal battle between the Athens-Clarke County Government and Athens first United Methodist Church to a close.

Sounds of falling debris have been a constant this week on Hancock Avenue as excavators have been at work slowly demolishing the 100-year old Saye Building.

Read More at The University of Georgis.