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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…

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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…

Sports

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. 

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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…

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PREP XC: Key leads Athens Bible to sectional crown; Several other local schools, runners qualify for state meet

Athens Bible’s Kaylie Key sped to a victory in the Class 1A/2A, Section 3 meet on Thursday to…

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PREP FOOTBALL PREVIEW: A quick look at local Week 11 matchups

Here’s what awaits football teams in The News Courier’s coverage area this week.

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Fire Danger Advisory expands to all Alabama counties

For The News Courier | Alabama Forestry Commission With the worsening drought conditions and no significant accumulation of…