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    Pryor Street Roundabout Project

    Work on the Pryor Street roundabout project is scheduled to start in September. Read on...
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    Athens 2040 - Pathways to Excellence

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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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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