2+ hour, 9+ min ago   (238+ words) Published 7:20 am Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Eligible Athens State students who select a STEM field for study could soon benefit from new scholarship funds, thanks to a major grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF). The university has been awarded a…...

3+ hour, 18+ min ago   (235+ words) Published 6:11 am Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Today's a big day for Athens High School students making post-graduation plans: It's the school's first-ever career fair that aims to put potential employers directly in touch with aspiring future hires." Athens High will host its…...

4+ day, 7+ hour ago   (249+ words) Published 6:28 am Saturday, February 7, 2026 Athens Bible School sophomore Justin Crafton was selected this week to represent Limestone County at the American Legion District 12 Oratorical Contest, to be held at Post 15 in Decatur later this month." The son of Tim and…...

3+ week, 6+ hour ago   (169+ words) Published 8:03 am Wednesday, January 21, 2026 One of Limestone County's key leaders in driving local economic development earned top statewide honors at a recent annual celebration hosted by professional colleagues. Blake Williams, communication and research specialist for the Limestone County Economic Development…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago   (251+ words) Published 5:58 am Wednesday, September 24, 2025 Local officials commemorated the life of a former Athens student while emphasizing health awareness on Tuesday, proclaiming September 23 as Meningitis Awareness Day in the City of Athens and Limestone County." Athens Mayor Ronnie Marks joined with…...