In 480 BC, Persian forces led by King Xerxes I burned down the city of Athens, as well as the Acropolis, in what is called “the Persian Destruction of Athens.” The destruction of the great city took ...

Athens is in one of the fastest-growing counties in the state, so it's no surprise that utilities are seeing a surge in demand. However, the city says it will need to increase water rates to keep up.

Full-time employees of the city of Athens will receive a 3% cost of living adjustment beginning next month. "We've got a ...

The Athens City Police Department was one of nine municipalities selected for grant technology to be used by first responders. Athens Police Chief Nick Magruder said emergencies could be viewed from ...

Athens has had infrastructure shortcomings for quite some time. Climate change and a tourism boom magnified the problems. The city's infrastructure chief hopes greener upgrades can be a solution.

ATHENS, Ala. (WAFF) - After years of asking and begging, folks in Athens will finally see progress with building a new indoor public pool for residents. City officials just hired a firm to develop ...

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Mayor Ronnie Marks delivered the annual state of the city address on Tuesday, acknowledging infrastructure challenges as the city continues to grow.

ATHENS, Ala. (WHNT) — Tenants living in the Bonnie Doone apartments and their advocates addressed Athens city leaders on Monday about helping them to do something to alleviate the poor living ...