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Athens, Alabama is located in Limestone County. Zip codes in Athens, AL include 35611, 35612, and 35614. The median home price in Athens is $166,700. More Athens information.

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12 hrs ago | Alabama Live

Athens police arrest 3, confiscate marijuana-laced chocolate and...

ATHENS, Alabama - Police here arrested three people and confiscated marijuana-laced chocolate and drug-making items when they raided two motel rooms this morning, Chief Floyd Johnson said.

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Wed May 22, 2013

WSFA-TV Montgomery

Tornado touches down in Athens, minor damage reported

The National Weather Service confirmed wind damage near Hines and Moyers Street.

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Alabama Live

Second man arrested in March burglary in Athens

ATHENS, Alabama - A second man has been arrested in connection with the theft of a $200 washer-and-dryer set, Athens police said.

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Tue May 21, 2013

Kennebec Journal

SAD 59 approves $10.36M budget; voters have say next month

School Administrative District 59's board of directors approved a $10.36 million budget for the upcoming school year on Monday.

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WTVF Nashville

Laurence named publisher of Richmond Register

Since 2005, she has been publisher of The News Courier in Athens, Ala., where she oversaw daily newspaper operations that included digital, print and niche publications.

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Alabama Live

Athens man arrested in connection to March burglary

ATHENS, Alabama - Officers arrested a man Saturday in connection to a burglary that happened in March, according to a report from Athens police.

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Alabama Live

Part of Clinton Street in Athens to close today

ATHENS, Alabama -- Utility work will close a section of Clinton Street in front of the Athens District Substation for most of today.

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Mon May 20, 2013

The Decatur Daily

Burglary suspect leads Athens police on brief chase

An Elkmont man wanted in a March 17 burglary case was arrested after a brief chase Saturday night, Athens Police Chief Floyd Johnson a This item is available in full to subscribers.

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Sun May 19, 2013

Alabama Live

Chance of scattered storms expected to dwindle overnight, return at sunrise, forecasters said

Scattered rain and storms are possible Sunday morning with chances dwindling in the afternoon, according to the National Weather Service in Huntsville.

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News Courier

Without warning

Nine minutes passed Friday afternoon before emergency sirens warned Athens residents of a possible tornado on the ground near the intersection of U.S. 72 and 31.

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Sat May 18, 2013

Alabama Live

Limestone Sheriff's Rodeo postponed for tornadoes to be held tonight and Sunday, rain or shine

Lynn Payne of the One Arm Bandit & Co. of Shidler, Okla., named Specialty Act of the Year 12 times by the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association, is featured entertainment at the 31st annual Limestone County Sheriff's Rodeo.

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Alabama Live

National Weather Service sends damage patrol to Limestone County...

A possible tornado as it crossed U.S. 31 near Athens this afternoon, May 17, 2013.

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Alabama Live

LawLers judged best barbecue sauce in North Alabama; Phil's of Eufaula wins state 'Sauce Off'

Athens-based LawLers Barbecue was judged best sauce in North Alabama. Above, a new LawLers location in Madison Corners on U.S. Highway 72 at Balch Road.

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Alabama Live

Mayor's first youth commission gives ideas on ways to improve Athens from teen perspective

Members of Athens Mayor's Youth Commission, from left, Chandler Hancock, Kathryn Flynn and Jarrett McLin, help get snacks ready to serve at the annual Lincoln-Bridgeforth Park Committee Christmas Tree Lighting in December.

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Alabama Live

Friday storms across Alabama cause small tornadoes, heavy rains; wet weather expected to continue Saturday

A possible tornado as it crossed U.S. 31 near Athens this afternoon, May 17, 2013.

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Fri May 17, 2013

The Decatur Daily

Tornado damages downtown Athens

Ladonna Lewter escaped the devastation of tornadoes that struck Limestone County in 2011 and 2012.

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Alabama Live

Person sustains minor injuries while running for shelter from possible tornado in Athens

ATHENS, Alabama - One person sustained minor injuries in a fall while running for shelter today when a possible tornado struck near Walmart on U.S. Highway 72 in Athens, a city spokeswoman said.

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Thu May 16, 2013

Alabama Live

Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant subject of intensive federal safety inspection

Nuclear Regulatory Commission inspectors are currently engaged in a two-week inspection of the Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant in Athens.

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WKRN

In-depth inspection at Ala. nuclear plant

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission in 2011 cited the Unit 1 reactor at the Browns Ferry nuclear plant near Athens, Ala., for a serious, or red-level, violation.

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The Decatur Daily

Horse champion wears many hats

This is a big week for Lacey Scott. Her family and many of her cowboy friends are coming to town.

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