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    Learn about living, working and playing in Athens, Ala.

    One word comes to mind when thinking about Athens/Limestone County: opportunity. Read on...
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    RSVP helps those who qualify with income tax prep

    Athens-Limestone RSVP is offering free tax help to low-income, disabled or elderly people in Athens. The tax help starts Monday, Feb. 1. Read on...
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    Updates from EMA and City of Athens regarding COVID-19

    Athens Mayor Ronnie Marks and Limestone County Commission Chairman Collin Daly have signed EMA's Limestone County Pandemic Standard Operating Guide, which provides protocols for the entities will utilize. Read on...
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Welcome to Athens, Ala., the perfect place to land! 

Population: 27,366 

Named one of the safest cities in Alabama by The Home Security Advisor 

Named one of the best suburbs to live in Alabama by Niche 

Named one of the best places to retire in Alabama by Niche 

Athens High named one of the best public high schools in Alabama by Niche