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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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Get Ready for Summer: Splash Pad and Pool Openings in Athens

Summer is just around the corner, and Athens is getting ready to help residents beat the heat. There’s less than...
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Athens-McMinn Tire Recycling Days

Free Tire Disposal This Spring! Keeping our community clean and beautiful just got a little easier. This spring, Athens and...
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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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Gov. Bill Lee in Athens!

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee visited Athens TN and got a special tour of the Mayfield Dairy Farm Plant! The visit...
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Public Hearing: Ordinance 1150 April 21, 2026 at 6pm

The City of Athens will hold a public hearing concerning the rezoning of property located at 613 Eastanallee Avenue in...
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Athens Cemetery Clean-Up!

City staff will soon begin spring clean-up efforts at all three city-owned cemeteries: Cedar Grove, Hammonds, and Sullins. To help...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16, 2026 Sixth Circuit Affirms Dismissal of Lawsuits Against City of Athens and Sanctions Plaintiff’s Attorneys...
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Jordan Curtis appointed to the Tennessee Municipal Bond Fund Board of Directors

Congratulations Vice Mayor! The Tennessee Municipal Bond Fund (TMBF) helps cities and counties finance projects through a variety of loan...
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April 13, 2026

5:00pm

Athens City Council Work Session

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

April 16, 2026

12:00pm

Recreation Advisory Board

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

April 20, 2026

6:00pm

Council Advisory Committee

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

April 22, 2026

1:00pm

Board of Zoning Appeals

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

April 27, 2026

5:00pm

Athens City Schools & Athens City Council Quarterly Session

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

April 27, 2026

12:00pm

Athens Municipal Regional Planning Commission Work Session

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

May 4, 2026

12:00pm

Athens Municipal Regional Planning Commission

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

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

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Another packed out day at Athens Regional Park!

Regional Park continues to draw in thousands of people to Athens each weekend!
Thanks to everyone for visiting The Friendly City!
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EAGLE SCOUT SERVICE PROJECT: Flags of Honor Collection Drive

Join us in honoring our nation’s flag by participating in a community flag collection and retirement effort led by Eagle Scout candidate Jack Hutsell (Troop 118, Athens, TN – Great Smoky Mountain Council).

Collection Dates: April 20th through the 30th, 2026
Drop-off Locations:
• McMinn Senior Activity Center
• Athens City Hall
• McMinn County Courthouse

Bring your worn, torn, or unserviceable U.S. flags to be retired properly and respectfully.

✨ Public Flag Retirement Ceremony ✨
Sunday, May 3, 2026
2:00 PM
McMinn Senior Activity Center
205 McMinn Ave, Athens, TN

All community members are welcome to donate flags and attend the ceremony.

Let’s come together to show respect and gratitude for our flag.
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