County arrests
The Limestone County Sheriff’s Department reported the following arrests Tuesday:
• Michael Tavaras Lockett, 31, of 2100 S. Hine St., Athens, two counts of possession of a controlled substance, second-degree possession of marijuana and possession of a short-barreled shotgun
County thefts
The Limestone County Sheriff’s Department reported the following thefts Tuesday:
• Newspaper rack valued at $1,500 stolen Monday or Tuesday from George’s Country Store in the 14000 block of New Cut Road
City arrests
The Athens Police Department reported the following arrests Tuesday:
• Sonya McGrew, 41, of 1203 W. Washington St., Athens, third-degree domestic violence
• Perry Napoleon Harris, 41, of 110 Thomas St., Athens, disorderly conduct
• Kendall Ladon Blue, 26, of 302 McBeth St., Athens, violated probation on driving under the influence
• Justin Labron Slaughter, 27, of 609 Acorn Hill, Athens, criminal trespass
City thefts
The Athens Police Department reported the following thefts Tuesday:
• Car windshield valued at $500 shattered due to criminal mischief Monday at 118 Ash St.
• Mailbox and driveway lights, total value $100, damaged by motorcyclist Monday at 1616 Fifth Ave.
Hospital report
Athens-Limestone Hospital reported no admissions or discharges Tuesday.
Admissions and discharges represent only those who agree to have their names published.
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NEWSBEAT 7-1-2009
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Memorial Day ceremony slated for Monday
The event, presented by American Legion Post 49 with assistance from the Alabama Veterans Museum and Archives, will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the Limestone County Event Center on Pryor Street.
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Tornado artifacts sought for exhibit
Scientists at the National Weather Service in Huntsville are asking Limestone County residents to contribute to a historical and educational display about the tornado outbreak of April 27, 2011.
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Schools chief is 'ecstatic' over job
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'Significant' local arrests net drugs, cash
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BREAKING: Reward offered in Limestone burglary
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Space Camp celebrating 30th anniversary
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Community colleges seeing declining enrollment
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