Author: Justin Travis | Athens The News Courier

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Gov. Ivey participates in Buy Alabama’s Best Day

Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday, March 19, participated in Buy Alabama’s Best Day on the South Lawn of ... Read more

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Local love: Athens Main Street champions small businesses in downtown area

Shopping at small businesses in Athens is more important than ever, as the community continues its rapid growth ... Read more

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Let’s Hike Limestone: Athens-Limestone County Tourism encourages exploration during Alabama’s Year of the Trails

Earlier this week, the Athens-Limestone County Tourism Association, found online as “Explore Athens, AL,” launched a new initiative: ... Read more

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Shop local, invest in Athens: Local commerce fuels community growth

During his annual State of the City Address in early March, Athens Mayor Ronnie Marks took some time ... Read more

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Water line burst closes kids playground

Athens Parks and Recreation informed residents on Thursday morning that they have closed the “All Kids Dugout” playground ... Read more

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Daikin funds scholarships for future technicians at Calhoun

Daikin America, Inc., has donated $20,000 to fully fund four full-ride scholarships for individuals who wish to pursue ... Read more

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Agricultural relief payments may keep farmers afloat

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced that as much as $10 billion thorough a new program in ... Read more

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Council orders abatement of Shoney’s building

The Athens City Council unanimously declared the old Shoney’s building, located at 1402 U.S. Highway 72 E, an ... Read more

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Clips for Kindness: Great Clips discounts haircuts for worthwhile donations

For more than a decade, Great Clips has been a proud supporter of the Wigs for Kids nonprofit ... Read more

Arrest Reports

Reports March 20-23

County Calls  The Limestone County Sheriff’s Office reported the following calls Friday-Monday.  March 20, 2025 Suspicious (person, item, ... Read more