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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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THE CITY OF ATHENS BUDDY LINER AMERICA 250 DRONE AND FIREWORKS SHOW

This year’s Buddy Liner Memorial Firework Show at Athens Regional Park on July 4th is shaping up to be the...
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Athens City Council Special Called Session Scheduled for 5:30 P.M. on Thursday, June 4, 2026

Notice is hereby given to all residents of Athens, Tennessee, and to all interested persons, that a Special Called Session...
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Athens City Council Special Called Session Scheduled for 6:00 P.M. on Thursday, June 4, 2026

Notice is hereby given to all residents of Athens, Tennessee, and to all interested persons, that a Special Called Session...
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New Branding for The City of Athens

The City of Athens is excited to announce the official launch of its new brand identity on July 1, marking...
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Public Hearing for 2026-2027 Fiscal Year Budget scheduled for 6:00 P.M. on June 16, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE - The City of Athens, Tennessee, hereby provides certain financial information for the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget in...
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Ingleside Pool Opening

On May 23, 2026 one of communities favorite pools will officially open for the Summer. Hours of Operation: Monday through...
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Public Hearings for Ordinances 1156 & 1157 scheduled for 6:00 P.M. on June 16, 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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Honoring Local Veterans

The Athens Tennessee Parks & Recreation Department held the latest Veterans Memorial Brick Laying ceremony at Athens Veterans Park. 31...
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5:30pm

Athens Beer Board Regular Session

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

NO BUSINESS

6:00pm

Athens City Council Regular Session

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

June 19, 2026

CLOSED

City offices will be closed in observance of Juneteenth

June 24, 2026

1:00pm

Board of Zoning Appeals

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

12:00pm

Athens Municipal Regional Planning Commission Work Session

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

July 3, 2026

CLOSED

City offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day

5:00pm

Athens City Council Work Session

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

5:30pm

Athens Beer Board Regular Session

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

6:00pm

Athens City Council Regular Session

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

CLOSED

City offices will be closed in observance of Labor Day

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The countdown to the City of Athens America 250 Buddy Liner Drone and Fireworks show continues! This is a short look at just one scene in the biggest show around!

Only July 4th, 600 drones will take to the sky at Athens Regional Park, followed by a full fireworks show!
Athens Tennessee is the place to be this July 4th!

#America250 #athens #athenstn #july4th #4thofJuly #fireworks #DroneShow
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SHOOTING INCIDENT, SEEKING SUSPECT

The City of Athens TN Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating 18-year-old Cornelius Raeshaun Hurst in connection with a shooting incident that occurred at McMinn Village Apartments on Westside Street.

Officers responded to the scene after reports of gunfire and determined that a bystander was struck by a projectile and transported to a local hospital. The victim's identity is not being released at this time.

Hurst has been charged with:
• Attempted First-Degree Murder
• Multiple Counts of Reckless Endangerment

He is considered armed and extremely dangerous. Do not approach him if seen.

Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact the Athens Police Department at (423) 744-2730. Anonymous tips are welcome.

The investigation remains ongoing, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.
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The Chattanooga Area Food Bank is coming to Athens Tennessee.

The Food Bank is hosting a free event for families with children ages 7–17 on June 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

This is a unique event that combines healthy food and financial education.

*Pre-screening is required*

Participants must live in Tennessee and meet income requirements.

Scan the QR Code for more information!
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