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Time to 'Stuff the Bus' to help supply schools
The United Way of McMinn and Meigs Counties is again asking local residents for help in "stuffing the bus" to provide school supplies for children in need.
All signs point to yes on the question of whether the city of Etowah can enact a hotel/motel tax in addition to one already levied by McMinn County.
Photo by Anthony Dake Teddy Bowman and Michael Eaton go head-to-head in the pie eating contest at Athens Regional Park during the weekend 4th of July festivities.
Holiday brings out cop patrols
Expect to see additional police officers on patrol this weekend as the nation celebrates Independence Day.
Firefighters battle 4 blazes in a day
Fire crews were busy battling blazes on Wednesday as four structures - including three homes - were consumed by fire.
It just got a little bit more expensive to visit Etowah if you plan to stay in a motel or hotel.
Etowah eyes banning skateboards on public property
The Etowah City Commission may ban skateboards and other "play" vehicles on public property.
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Moates reelected at BLET-CSX Western Lines
Don L. Moates was reelected General Chairman of the BLET-CSXT Western Lines General Committee of Adjustment at meetings on June 6, 2009.
I'm not me, I'm my twin sister
An Athens woman tried to stay out of jail by using her twin sister's name when questioned by McMinn County officers.
Largest hotel reopens Etowah now home to Red Roof Inn
The largest hotel in McMinn County reopened last week under new ownership. The old Sleep Inn and Suites in Etowah, which has been closed since last December, is now a Red Roof Inn owned by Pinal Patel.
Etowah's water wins taste test
Etowah Utilities has the best tasting water in the state, according to the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts .
Farmers market opening at L&N Depot
Looking for a niche market to revitalize downtown, Gail Garner and Ann Sims are asking local farmers and artisans to bring their wares to Downtown Etowah and set up in a new farmers market.
Does county owe city schools more money?
The Athens School Board wants to know if it's entitled to a share of the money the McMinn County Commission allocates each year to the McMinn County School System for capital outlay needs.
McSAFE programs offer seniors peace of mind
The McMinn County Senior Activity Center has adopted two new programs as part of the McMinn Senior Alliance For Empowerment group.
Search for burglars leads to a meth lab
A search for two men allegedly involved in an aggravated burglary ended with four people in jail after the alleged burglars were found, along with a meth lab.
McMinn's 4 new fire trucks ready for work
Four brand new Typhoon Custom Pumper fire trucks recently purchased by the county were put on display last night at the McMinn County Airport.
Electric costs are once again scheduled to decrease across East Tennessee. The Tennessee Valley Authority recently announced the fourth quarter fuel cost adjustment will fall beginning on July 1. This is the third straight quarter a reduction has occurred.
The final tallies haven't been made but Saturday's National MooFest Celebration was a success, said Elaine Newman, the festival's "Grand Moobah." "The event was great," Newman said.
Thieves wanted to drive something "sporty" so they broke into an Etowah auto dealership and stole two of their cars.
Newspapers In Education - 'Entire village' celebrates NIE literacy program
Members of the "entire village" gathered Tuesday to celebrate literacy in the community during The Daily Post-Athenian's Newspapers in Education Sponsor Luncheon at Tennessee Wesleyan College.
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