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‘This is my right’: Droves of Limestone residents exercise right to vote on Election Day
On Tuesday, Nov. 5, Limestone residents made their voices heard in the ballot boxes spread across the county — waking up early and taking time ...
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Above and Beyond: Local kindergartner’s heroic actions lead to top honor
Following the development of a new award, students going above and beyond could now get a bit of recognition for their efforts. “There’s so much ...
by Justin Travis, Monday, November 4, 2024 6:06 pm
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Education leaders unite to deliver 2024 State of Education Address
Administrators and leaders from Athens City Schools, Limestone County Schools, Athens Bible School, Lindsay Lane Christian Academy, Limestone County Career Technical Center, Calhoun Community College ...
by Justin Travis, Monday, November 4, 2024 5:59 pm
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Golden Eagles celebrate 50 seasons at Athens Stadium
Before the Athens High School football team celebrated its victory against longtime rival the Decatur Red Raiders, Friday, Oct. 25, to clinch a playoff berth ...
by Justin Travis, Monday, November 4, 2024 5:35 pm
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Sheriff’s Office cracks down on Fentanyl in Limestone County
For The News Courier On Monday night, Oct. 28, the Limestone County Sheriff’s Criminal Investigation Division (CID), Narcotics Division and Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) ...
by Justin Travis, Monday, November 4, 2024 5:26 pm
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Council passes resolution proposing amendments to zoning ordinance
On Monday, Oct. 28, members of the Athens City Council looked to regulate the growing short-term residential rental market within the city’s limits — like ...
by Justin Travis, Monday, November 4, 2024 5:12 pm
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‘Faith in action’: Local ministry paves path forward for youth
For the past four weekends, Lori Masonia’s youth ministry program — “Boys to Men” and “Girls to Pearls” — has united local youth struggling with ...
by Justin Travis, Monday, November 4, 2024 5:04 pm
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Trunk or Treat: First responders bring fun, candy back to the Square
Like a werewolf under a full moon, the historic downtown square surrounding the Limestone County Courthouse transformed into a spooky spectacle of ghastly fun and ...
by Justin Travis, Monday, November 4, 2024 4:56 pm
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PREP FOOTBALL: Athens closes regular season with 45-23 win over Russellville
Athens capped its regular season Friday night with a 45-23 road victory against Russellville.
by Justin Travis, Saturday, November 2, 2024 6:03 am
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PREP ROUNDUP: Ardmore extends win streak with 49-8 victory against Elkmont
This time last year, Ardmore had just lost its fifth consecutive game to put an end to a disappointing 1-9 season.