Jul 4, 2008 Athens-McMinn Family YMCA Campers took part in water day on Thursday. Full Story >>
K-9 deputy sniffs out suspect
Jul 4, 2008 A suspect in a domestic violence investigation ran more than two miles away from police Thursday, but was finally arrested after being sniffed down by McMinn County\'s K-9 officer. Full Story >>
Athens Council election - Alvey is running, Proffitt undecided, two have petitions
Jul 4, 2008 One of the two Athens City Council members whose seats are on the November election ballot intends to run for another term while the other is undecided. Full Story >>
Tuesday last day to register for Aug. voting
Jul 4, 2008 Voter registration for this year\'s McMinn County General Election and State Primary Election ends Tuesday, July 8. Full Story >>
Niota residents protest tax increase
Jul 4, 2008 NIOTA - A special budget meeting in Niota on Thursday allowed citizens of the town to express their concerns and issues with the city\'s budget proposals. Residents expressed displeasure with several issues, which included the possible hike in property taxes and the work of the police department. Full Story >>
Photographer uses local scenes to create patriotic July 4th poster
Jul 4, 2008 Patriotism came in the form of a poster created by Athens resident Ken Stuart. The poster was comprised of photos taken by Stuart around Athens, including last year\'s 4th of July celebration. Full Story >>
Fireworks available in Athens, Etowah and Decatur tonight
Jul 4, 2008 Fireworks enthusiasts have their choice this Fourth of July evening of three events in Athens, Etowah and Decatur. Full Story >>
Jul 3, 2008 Toby Gregory said the economic downturn will slightly alter his Fourth of July plans, but it won\'t force his family\'s fireworks display to fizzle out. Full Story >>
Waupaca expansion is delayed
Jul 3, 2008 A major expansion of the Waupaca foundry in Etowah -- and the 100 new jobs it is slated to create -- are on hold until at least 2010, the company announced today. Full Story >>
Roundup nets 6 'Most Wanted'
Jul 3, 2008 Six of McMinn County\'s most wanted fugitives were arrested during a sting which paired the U.S. Marshals with local law enforcement. Full Story >>
United Way campaign goal set
Jul 3, 2008 Despite the difficult economic conditions gripping the nation, McMinn & Meigs Counties United Way 2009 Campaign Chairpersons Sharon Brown and Kathy Dougherty remain hopeful that local residents will still step up and help the agency meet its 2009 fundraising goal. Full Story >>
Burglary suspect held at gunpoint by a homeowner
Jul 3, 2008 A resident of Wheatland Hills subdivision held an alleged burglar at gunpoint in his home Wednesday until police arrived, authorities said. Full Story >>
School Board looks for ways to cut fuel, food expenses
Jul 3, 2008 With fuel and food prices continuing to remain high, the McMinn County Board of Education staff is looking at ways to keep the costs of both low. Full Story >>
Leadership McMinn applications can be picked up
Jul 3, 2008 Leadership McMinn is a program sponsored by the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce designed to develop, train, motivate and recognize future leadership among the citizens of McMinn County. Full Story >>
Want to save gas money? Why not take a wagon?
Jul 3, 2008 ENGLEWOOD - Those who are tired of today\'s high gas prices likely appreciated a peek into the past during Englewood\'s June Days Celebration this weekend. Full Story >>
Jul 2, 2008 The Athens Stock Barn held their customer appreciation cookout on Tuesday before their weekly sale. Full Story >>
Moore survives ouster attempt - Move to fire city manager, have entire Council resign fails
Jul 2, 2008 Councilman Dick Pelley not only thinks Athens City Manager Mitch Moore should be fired, he also believes all of the Council members should resign. Full Story >>
