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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-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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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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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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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 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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🥎 Almost time to register for the City of Athens Adult Co-Ed Softball League!🥎

Registration is now open from May 1 - June 22, 2026!

Games begin Tuesday, June 30 at Athens Regional Park
Game times will be from 6:30 PM & 8:00 PM on Tuesday nights

Registration Fees:
• Team: $400
• Free Agent: $30 (players not already on a team)

Open to ages 16+
Free agents will be placed on teams after registration closes.

How to Register:
• Online: secure.rec1.com/TN/athens-tn/catalog
• Phone: 423-744-2704
• In Person: Athens City Hall, 815 N. Jackson St.

Important Info:
• Max 30 players per roster
• Minimum of 3 players of the opposite sex must be on the field & batting
• ASA stamped bats only (no USSSA or senior bats)
• Mandatory meeting: June 25 at Athens Regional Park
(Teams not attending will be placed in the upper league)

Questions? Call Parks & Recreation at 423-744-2704

Grab your team or sign up solo and get in the game! 🥎
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Pinwheels for Prevention in Athens!

Together, we can build a stronger, brighter tomorrow for every child.

We’re proud to support Pinwheels for Prevention, a campaign that reminds us it takes all of us to create safe, nurturing communities where children can thrive.

Each blue pinwheel represents hope—a symbol of the happy, healthy childhood every child deserves.

By raising awareness and working together, we can strengthen families, brighten futures, and build better communities.

👉Learn more and get involved: www.casacorridor.org

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