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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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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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Ronnie McMahan Day in Athens

The City of Athens proudly recognized former NBA player, current coach, and Athens native Ronnie McMahan during a special ceremony...
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CITY OF ATHENS AWARDED A TENNESSEE AMERICA 250 GRANT

Grant will support historical walking trail at Heritage Park! ATHENS, TN – [3/31/2026] – The City of Athens is a...
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April 27, 2026

5:00pm

Athens City Schools & Athens City Council Quarterly Session

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

CANCELLED

May 4, 2026

12:00pm

Athens Municipal Regional Planning Commission

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

May 6, 2026

1:00pm

Board of Zoning Appeals

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

CALLED MEETING

May 7, 2026

3:30pm

Historic Preservation Commission

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

May 7, 2026

5:00pm

Budget Work Session

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

May 11, 2026

5:00pm

Athens City Council Work Session

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

May 19, 2026

5:30pm

Athens Beer Board Regular Session

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

May 19, 2026

6:00pm

Athens City Council Regular Session

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

May 26, 2026

12:00pm

Athens Municipal Regional Planning Commission Work Session

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

May 27, 2026

1:00pm

Board of Zoning Appeals

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

June 18, 2026

12:00pm

Recreation Advisory Board

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

July 20, 2026

6:00pm

Council Advisory Committee

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

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🩸 Make a Splash While Saving Lives! 🌊

The City of Athens is partnering with MEDIC Regional Blood Center for a special community blood drive, and your donation comes with a fun reward!

Donate blood and receive an FREE admission ticket to Soaky Mountain Waterpark!

Come to Athens City Hall May 13the from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.!

Your donation can help save lives across East Tennessee while giving you a chance to enjoy an unforgettable day at Soaky Mountain Waterpark.

Tickets will be valid through June 14, 2026!

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Sign up now for an unforgettable Mother’s Day in Athens, Tennessee.

Skip the last-minute flowers this year… and give Mom an experience she’ll NEVER forget

Join us for a Mother’s Day Southern Tea - an elegant afternoon filled with live music, full tea service, sweet + savory bites, handcrafted desserts by Down Home Bakes, and more!

The Mother's Day Southern Tea Event will take place at The Food Hub Saturday, May 9.

There will be two seatings: 12 PM & 3:30 PM
Only $30 per guest
LIMITED SEATS (just 50 per seating!) and they WILL go fast!
You can sign up here: www.athensmainstreet.com/2026/05/09/516899/mothers-day-southern-tea/

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The countdown is on, Moofest is just 1 month away! On June 6th one of the best festivals around returns to the City of Athens downtown! Friendly City Festivals ... See MoreSee Less

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