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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.
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Athens County awarded for its annual comprehensive financial report for fiscal year ending Dec. 31, 2024
The report has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program.
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317 Board’s Ridges project progresses
Athens City Council had two hearings Monday for two Athens Planning Commission recommendations.
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Athens City Council recently adopted ordinances: March 17, 2026
City of Athens ordinances released March 17, 2026.
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Athens Planning Commission meeting on March 18, 2026, canceled
The next meeting will take place noon April 1, 2026, at City Hall.
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Athens Sunrise Rotary donates $3,000 to Athens Child Advocacy Center
This contribution builds on an ongoing partnership between Athens Sunrise Rotary and the Child Advocacy Center.
