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Architect chosen for Athens City Hall

ATHENS — Architects presented proposals for a new Athens City Hall five months ago, and city leaders finally chose one Monday on a 3-2 vote. Council President Ronnie Marks and Councilwomen … more

By Holly Hollman
Staff Writer | 2/9/10 | 70 views

Free tax help ‘matters’

Senior citizens, disabled individuals and married couples filled a room Saturday, waiting patiently, not for a doctor, but for free tax assistance. After almost an hour, Jeff Springer handed his … more

By Catherine Godbey
Staff Writer | 2/7/10 | 150 views

Downtown supporters

At its annual meeting, the Spirit of Athens recognized those who have worked to promote downtown Athens. The winners were: Storytelling Festival Friend of Downtown Award Goes to an … more

2/7/10 | 97 views

Police Reports

Wrecks GOOD HOPE: Wreck Saturday on Interstate 65 injured Brian Pray, 33, of LaPlace, La. (Troopers) CULLMAN: Wreck Saturday on Cullman County 1082 injured Bethany Thompson, 16, of Cullman. … more

2/7/10 | 168 views

Athens plans vote for architect

ATHENS — City leaders will vote Monday on hiring an architect to design a new City Hall at the current site. Athens City Council President Ronnie Marks said the agenda item is to … more

By Holly Hollman
Staff Writer | 2/6/10 | 274 views | 3 comments

Announcements

Free crepe myrtle demo at 10 a.m. Decatur Parks and Recreation will give a free demonstration Saturday on the proper way to prune crepe myrtles. Laura Jo Rogers, Parks and Recreation’s … more

2/6/10 | 155 views

Athens-Limestone hospital hires CEO

ATHENS — A new person is at the helm at Athens-Limestone Hospital. Hospital officials announced Friday the new chief executive officer is Kelli S. Powers of Lanett. Jim Moffatt, chairman … more

By Holly Hollman
Staff Writer | 2/6/10 | 605 views | 1 comment

Police Reports

Arrests DECATUR: Timothy Clark Norman, 27, of 761 Morris St. S.W., Hartselle; probation violation on third-degree burglary charge; remained in Morgan County Jail. (Morgan sheriff) DECATUR: … more

2/6/10 | 285 views

Calhoun President Beck impressed with growth

When Marilyn Beck became president of Calhoun Community College eight years ago, the school’s enrollment was about 7,500. Now she looks out the window of her office and can scarcely believe the … more

By Bayne Hughes
Staff Writer | 2/5/10 | 254 views

Men use stolen card for food, police say

ATHENS — Athens police charged two Decatur men for stealing a gift card in Athens and using it in Decatur for food, a police captain said. Capt. Floyd Johnson said Charles Kuapuuikealoonaali … more

2/5/10 | 394 views | 1 comment