ATHENS-There are 1,000 children ready to spring into action with the Athens Recreation Department. Opening Day will be Saturday, April 4, for three sports: baseball, softball and soccer. Opening …
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ATHENS-You can tell it is spring time in Athens. Events are sprouting like buttercups throughout the city. Here are some of the upcoming events I know about that you may …
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ATHENS-A farming family, a businesswoman, an artist and a businessman were honored Thursday, March 19, for their efforts to enhance downtown Athens. Their efforts focused on renovating downtown buildings into …
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ATHENS-During the blizzard of February ’15, Athens Police received a call after midnight about a large group walking on Interstate 65 near Huntsville-Browns Ferry Road after midnight. Officers arrived to …
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ATHENS-On this cold snowy night/morning, don’t we need one more heart-warming story that showcases the compassion of Athens… Athens Police received a call after midnight about a large group walking …
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ATHENS-At an art camp in Athens in 2010, young artist Val Rainey asked his instructor what color is the emotion “shy.” He decided on blue mixed with white. Today, Val …
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ATHENS-Stakeholders in our High Cotton Arts facility will meet Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 11:15 a.m. to learn about plans for the non-profit art incubator in downtown Athens at the former …
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ATHENS-Meet the perfect couple on Valentine’s Day in downtown Athens. One is attractive to the sweet tooth and the other is attractive to the wallet. Chocolate and sweet deals combine …
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ATHENS-There is much going on this time of year in Athens from Valentine’s Day activities to Black History Month to Chili Challenge. Please note that Poke Sallet tickets go on …
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ATHENS-Craziness is coming to the stage…as wild as the weed it’s named after: Poke Sallet Follies. The annual event features the Prime Time Players, a collective of local actors and …
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Athens police officers support community event by making a tasty dish ATHENS-Athens police officers support community event by making a tasty dish Athens police officers take the police term …
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ATHENS-Athens has been named as the No. 7 safest city in Alabama by MOVOTO Blog. “We appreciate them recognizing the City of Athens,” Athens Police Chief Floyd Johnson said. “This …
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ALCA, City of Athens and Spirit of Athens to host official Athens Black History Month Celebration
ATHENS – The Athens-Limestone Community Association, in partnership with the City of Athens and Spirit Athens, will host the Second Annual Athens-Limestone Community Association Black History Celebration, Honoring the Past, …
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ATHENS-The City of Athens Relay for Life Team will have its Swamp John’s Supper on Tuesday, Jan. 20, at the Athens Senior Center on Pryor Street. Tickets are $10. Shrimp, …
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Athens offers two events to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday…Marching, student speeches, music and more planned
ATHENS-Athens will honor the memory of slain civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. by offering the public a variety of ways to celebrate his legacy. The events will be …
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ATHENS-The Athens Police Department along with Dollar General helped make it a Christmas to remember for some kids in Athens. According to Police Chief Floyd Johnson, the Dollar General collected …
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ATHENS-The coveted Cider Cup has found a home on a shelf at Wildwood Deli. The restaurant won this year’s cup as part of the annual Sippin’ Cider event sponsored by …
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ATHENS-Athens, Limestone NAACP and Limestone County announce that it is that time of year agai. Time for area students to write their essay for the annual Dr. Martin Luther King …
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ATHENS-Those Christmas to-do lists are not complete just yet. Get out that list and add numbers 12-14 for these items: No. 12 – Shop No. 13 – Sip No. 14 …
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ATHENS-Athens has the Christmas Spirit! Come join them now through Christmas for some Christmastime fun. Then you will have the Christmas Spirit too! Downtown Christmas Window Contest Tuesday, Dec. …