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Dakota the dog was injured when his owner apparently threw him from a car. The local dog was treated at The Dog Pound in Athens, rescued by a New York shelter with help from the local Teton Transport Fund and is now up for adoption.
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Franklin residents start tornado relief effort
It was April 27, 2011, when a tornado hit Franklin, Lawrence and Marion counties, leaving death, injuries and miles of destruction.
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Athens Parks & Recreation prepares for summer lineup
Starting this Saturday, the pool at the Athens Sportsplex will be open from noon until 5 p.m. every Monday through Saturday.
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Retiring Pond Spring director reflects on job, home’s restoration
The Wheeler home is full of original furniture, clothing and portraits, each with a unique story that Beasley tells with a smile, like it is her first time to ever recount the piece of history to a visitor.
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Holladay selected superintendent
The Athens City Board of Education voted 5-2 Wednesday to hire William "Trey" Holladay as superintendent contingent on contract approval. Holladay, a 1987 Athens State College graduate, is the principal of Oxford High School and director of alternative programs and athletics for Oxford City Schools.
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BREAKING: New superintendent named for Athens City Schools
Athens city school board named a new superintendent at its meeting Wednesday night.
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Alabama governor signs bill on carrying guns
Alabama's governor has signed legislation that expands where people can carry guns in Alabama.
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4 teens shot at graduation party in Huntsville
Madison County sheriff's deputies say a fight broke out during the party. Authorities said people jumped someone at the party, who then began shooting.
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Special Needs Rodeo rescheduled for June 23
The free event will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Sheriff’s Rodeo Arena on Alabama 99.
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Teacher to be honored by FFA
Blacklidge, who also has a master’s degree from Alabama A&M, said his top priority throughout his teaching career was to promote and propel students in FFA and help them find success after graduation.
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State, local officials weigh-in on Oklahoma tragedy
What else can Limestone County residents do to help? Kaye Young McFarlen, executive director of the Athens-Limestone United Way, said not doing anything would be the best method of help, for now.
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