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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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Athens Road Resurfacing

Road Resurfacing Projects to Begin Soon The City of Athens will begin a multi-road resurfacing project on March 23, improving...
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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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LOST KEYS!

Did you or someone you know lose these keys near Hicks Street & Central Avenue?

Our workers found these today by a drain grate at that intersection!
If these are yours, swing by City Hall and tell our Finance Department what the wording is on yellow side.

This post will be deleted when the keys are returned to their owner!
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LOST KEYS!

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🐟 THIS WEEKEND! Kids Fishing Derby, Ages 12 & Under! 🐟

CASH & GIFT PRIZES!!!

Get ready for a morning of fun at the Athens Regional Park! Kids can compete for cash and gift prizes while enjoying a great day outdoors.

Saturday, April 18, 2026
Registration: 7:00 AM
Fishing: 8:00–11:00 AM

Bring your gear, come early, and cast a line for a chance to reel in some prizes!

For more information, contact Athens Tennessee Parks & Recreation Department at (423) 744-2704
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