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City to recover $205k from cyber theft
Federal investigators connected the theft to a series of cyber crimes perpetrated across the country, Athens officials said.
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Athens mayor resigns from outdoor rec council
Mayor Steve Patterson resigned immediately; the city will withdraw from the council of governments in late June.
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“Walk Talk and Roll” event will be held Friday, April 10, 2026 (Updated)
The event will be held at 11:30 a.m. in front of the Athens Court House on Court Street.
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North High Street closure for April 1-3, 2026
North High Street will be closed on Wednesday, April 1 through Friday, April 3, from West Washington Street to West State Street.
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Tickets for Thai New Year buffet-to-go available
Order April 16–19 from Dr. May’s Thai Kitchen to celebrate Thai New Year.
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City of Athens first quarter Transient Guest Tax returns due April 20, 2026
The tax applies to property owners of short-term rentals (less than 30 consecutive days per occupant).
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Free bus rides for APT at least another year
Ridership on Athens Public Transit increased by 13% last year, HAPCAP told Athens City Council.
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Athens City proposed income tax levy town hall to be held Tuesday, March 31, 2026
The town hall will take place 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, at the Athens Community Center
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City of Athens spring cleanup: April 13–17, 2026
City of Athens residents may place an unlimited number of trash bags at the curb on their regular trash pickup day at no additional cost.
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West Carpenter Street closure: Monday, March 23, 2026
West Carpenter Street will be closed 8 a.m. until complete Monday, March 23.
