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Cherokees boast experience, expect to win in tough district
McMinn County’s basketball team is aiming to contend in District 4-4A with an experienced roster, while changing its training approach to reduce injuries. Coach Jay Johnson says he has shortened practices and plans to…
More experienced Lady Cherokees seek to take big step forward
Head coach Derika Jenkins is optimistic about the upcoming season for the McMinn County girls’ basketball team. With seven returning players and a more experienced roster than in previous years, the Lady Cherokees aim…
TBI investigating after two elderly people found dead in Athens home
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is investigating after two elderly people were found dead inside a home in Athens, Tennessee, on Sunday. Authorities have opened a death investigation; further details about the…
McMinn County back with old rivals as TSSAA releases initial alignments for 2027-2029 cycle
McMinn County’s basketball, baseball and softball teams are set to return to competition with their former district rivals under the TSSAA’s initial alignments for the 2027–2029 cycle. The change ends a two-year…
TBI investigating after 2 elderly people found dead in Athens home
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is examining the deaths of Mary Libbey, 72, and Willis Libbey, 74, who were found at a home on County Road 654 in Athens on November 8. Their causes of death have not been…
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Twilight Tales to be told on Saturday in Athens
The McMinn County Historical Society and Archives will bring back “Twilight Tales in Cedar Grove” on Saturday, November 14, in Athens. Local historians and actors will portray notable figures buried at Cedar Grove…
GGC women's basketball notches 1st road victory
The Georgia Gwinnett College women’s basketball team secured its first road victory of the season, defeating Tennessee Wesleyan University 64-53 on Saturday. A strong fourth-quarter performance, led by Christen Collins…
McMinn United high schoolers beat East Hamilton, Ooltewah in tri-meet
The McMinn United high school swim team secured a decisive victory in a tri-meet held at the Athens-McMinn Family YMCA. The Makos finished with a team score of 121, outperforming East Hamilton and Ooltewah. Meanwhile…
All-way stop to be created in Athens at Shoemaker, Thompson intersection
The City of Athens Public Works Department has announced a change to traffic flow at the intersection of Shoemaker Street and Thompson Street. The intersection will be converted into an all-way stop to improve safety…
Mt. View Elementary School Honor Roll
Mt. View Elementary School has released its honor roll list for the first nine weeks of the academic year. The list recognizes students across the third, fourth, and fifth grades who achieved 'Star' and 'First' academic…
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Traffic signal to be added at Athens intersection
A new traffic signal is scheduled to be installed at an intersection in Athens to improve road safety and traffic flow. Local authorities have approved the project as part of ongoing efforts to manage transportation…
Three new members set to join Athens City Council
Abby Burke Carroll, Chris Trew, and Lou Pascarella have been elected to the Athens City Council following Tuesday's vote. Carroll led the field of seven candidates with 1,684 votes, while Trew and Pascarella secured the…
Lady Bulldogs come from behind for third straight win
The Tennessee Wesleyan Lady Bulldogs secured their third consecutive victory after a come-from-behind performance. Despite the game's challenges, the team managed to rally and maintain their winning streak. The coaching…
Local area course corrects September unemployment rate
Unemployment rates in McMinn and Meigs counties saw a notable decline in September, correcting an unusual stagnation observed in August. According to State of Tennessee data, McMinn County's rate dropped to 4.2%, while…
Basketball, walk-a-thon highlight upcoming ACS week
Athens City Schools is set to host an engaging week of community-focused events. The schedule features competitive basketball games and a charity walk-a-thon, designed to foster student spirit and encourage family…
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Leaf vacuum season beginning in Athens
The City of Athens Public Works Department has officially announced that the annual leaf vacuum season is set to begin this coming Monday. Residents are encouraged to prepare for the upcoming collection schedule as…