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    Council discusses playground equipment, America 250 celebration (Updated)

    Larry Di Giovanni

    June 3, 2026
    City of Athens, Featured, Government

    Athens City Council continued to discuss replacing and renovating playground equipment at its meeting Monday. Read More

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