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NEXT TUESDAY, WORK BEGINS ON A NEW FIRE STATION IN ATHENS TENNESSEE!
On August 11, at 1:30 p.m., a ground breaking ceremony will take place for the City of Athens' third fire station, as we continue to invest in public safety.
The new fire station will expand the Athens Fire Department's service area, allowing firefighters to reach emergencies more quickly and improving response times for residents throughout the community. By strategically enhancing fire protection coverage, the facility will help ensure that emergency personnel can respond more efficiently to fires, medical emergencies, vehicle accidents, and other incidents, ultimately providing an even higher level of service to the citizens of Athens.
Located at 300 Elizabeth Street, the station will be staffed by nine City of Athens, Tennessee, firefighters, including three new firefighter positions that were approved in this year's fiscal budget. These additional personnel will further strengthen the department's emergency response capabilities, ensuring the new station is fully staffed and enhancing the Fire Department's ability to protect lives and property throughout the city.
Members of the Athens Fire Department, city officials, project partners, and community members will gather to commemorate the beginning of construction on the new facility. The ceremony will mark the official start of a project that will serve the residents of Athens for decades to come.
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Have a great first day back at school Athens City Schools!Great first day back at Athens City Schools! 🎉
Just a reminder that today is an abbreviated day for students.
🚌 Dismissal Times:
• ACMS – 11:30 a.m.
• ACIS – 12:10 p.m.
• ACPS – 12:25 p.m.
We hope everyone has a fantastic start to the 2026–2027 school year!
