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State of the County: Commission chair Daly talks growth amid challenges in annual report

Maintaining an infrastructure that can keep pace with growth, moving forward with new community projects, and doing it…

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Tomato Sandwich Day & ‘Greater Mater’ Competition come to Athens Farmers Market on Saturday

The time is ripe for indulging your taste for tomatoes, and in Athens this weekend, the Athens Farmers…

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Third alleged Limestone County shooting this week lands 83-year-old Athens man in jail

An 83-year-old Athens man faces a count of attempted murder after allegedly shooting a victim in the back,…

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Athens men charged with attempted murder in wake of alleged shooting

Two Athens men have been charged with attempted murder following a “targeted shooting” this week, according to the…

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Elk River watercraft accident claims life of Tennessee teen

An accident involving two personal watercraft in Limestone County has claimed the life of a Tennessee juvenile, according…

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Athens senior Gavin Swint attends Governor’s School program

Athens High School senior Gavin Swint recently represented ACS at the Alabama Governor’s School at Samford University. The…

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Ivey awards $400K to support new French Mill Crossing development in Athens

Retail growth on Athens’ east side is getting a boost from the state, after Gov.Kay Ivey signed off…

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A smooth road ahead: New paving project honors memory of Elkmont’s Brady Jordan

The memory of a special-needs Elkmont man beloved by his community will live on at the Limestone County…

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Madison-Limestone named nation’s No. 4 best mid-sized metro for STEM careers

The Huntsville metro area, including Limestone County, is once again finding itself near the top of an industry…

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Church women’s conference in Athens awards area scholarships

A pair of north Alabama students is heading to college this fall with a well-earned boost, thanks to…