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DENNIS STREET UPDATE

Dennis Street will be closed from Layman Road to Congress Parkway beginning Thursday, May 14 at 7:00 a.m. through Friday,...
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Athens-McMinn Tire Recycling Days Success!

1,170 Tires Recycled: A Community Effort to Protect Our Environment The City of Athens is proud to announce the successful...
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Athens Recognizes May as Fair Housing Month The City of Athens is proud to recognize May as Fair Housing Month...
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Get Ready for Summer: The Athens Splash Pad is now open!

Summer is almost here, and The City of Athens Tennessee is getting ready to help everyone beat the heat. As...
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City of Athens Fire Department Awarded Grant!

City of Athens Fire Department Awarded Grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® to Enhance Emergency Response This Grant is...
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Public Hearings for Ordinances 1151, 1154, & 1155 scheduled for May 19, 2026

Notice is hereby given to all residents of Athens, Tennessee, and to all persons interested, that the Athens City Council...
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DENNIS STREET PAVING UPDATE

DENNIS STREET UPDATE: During last night’s special-called meeting, the Athens City Council approved additional funding from the Capital Improvement Fund...
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Athens FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget Ready for Review 

The City of Athens, Tennessee will hold a budget work session on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at...
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Athens City Council Special Called Session April 22, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Notice is hereby given to the residents of Athens, Tennessee, and all other interested persons, that a special called meeting...
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🚧DENNIS STREET UPDATE 🚧

Dennis Street will be closed from Layman Road to Congress Parkway beginning Thursday, May 14 at 7:00 a.m. through Friday, May 22 at 6:00 p.m. for asphalt paving.

Motorists are encouraged to use caution, follow detour signage, and allow extra travel time while work is underway.

For more information, contact the City of Athens Public Works Department at 423-744-2745.
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Congratulations to Starr Regional Medical Center on the successful GRAND OPENING and ribbon cutting for the new Intensive Care Unit expansion in Athens!

This important investment in healthcare strengthens critical care services for our community and reflects a continued commitment to improving access to high-quality medical care for families across our region.

We appreciate the dedication of the medical professionals, staff, leadership, and community partners who made this expansion possible.

We wish Starr Regional continued success as they serve and care for the people of Athens and beyond.

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