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No insurance, no town
NIOTA - For the second time in two months, the city of Niota has shut down most of its services. However, this shutdown may be more than temporary. MORE
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Gates quits
NIOTA - Along with having most of its services shut down and no general liability insurance, Niota is also short one commissioner today.
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Machete attack
Four people were beaten with a machete after accusing a man of inappropriately touching another man's wife. -
Stop sign? She ran over it twice
A woman ran over a stop sign, headed to a Redbox video rental kiosk and then got arrested Friday night. -
County budget awaits tax rate
The McMinn County Commission approved continuing the 2012-13 fiscal year budget past the June 30 deadline as the county awaits its certified tax rate from the state following countywide property reappraisal. -
PTSD Awareness Walk is Friday
June is PTSD Awareness Month and the McMinn County Veterans Affairs Office is hosting its 2013 PTSD Awareness Walk this Friday.
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Golf nothing more than flight of fancy
I am now relentlessly training to the point of utter exhaustion. I'm practicing and preparing for an annual test of strength, stamina, skill and courage, which, if well performed, will vault me into the rarified air of legends. -
Community saved the Fourth of July
The exceptional generosity of this community is evident once again as their donations have ensured thousands of families will be able to celebrate our nation's founding with a terrific and explosive celebration in Athens on the Fourth of July. -
Why not give dad a very special gift?
What’s the best gift you ever gave your dad? Now, if you’re lucky enough to be able to ask him the same question, see what he thinks. And then plan this Father’s Day on Sunday, June 16, accordingly. That special gift for dear ol’ dad doesn’t have to be that hard to find – you may be surprised to learn the best gifts really don’t cost that much. -
Yesterday in Etowah: Recalling the last trip to Washington
Leave it to the Etowah High School Class of 1958 for everyone behind them to never again get to make the annual trip to Washington, D.C. (Yes, this writer was a member of the '58 class.) Going to the nation's capitol was a longtime event for seniors who had to raise money throughout the year to pay for the bus and hotel. Bake sales, rummage sales, selling tickets on various items and anything you could come up with was how we raised money. -
Donate to save Athens July 4th
The show must go on. That's the word - and hope - from community leaders who are stepping up in an effort to up save the annual Athens Fourth of July fireworks show.
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Business News
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Athens Federal program helps local students learn good financial habits
In ceremonies hosted on April 30, 105 McMinn County High School students and 50 juniors and seniors from McMinn Central High School received certifications for successfully completing the Athens Federal Community Bank SMART Start Financial Literacy program, powered by EverFi. -
HP Pelzer, Sweetwater Walmart both hiring
Area residents are reminded that 400 jobs - an estimated 200 each at both HP Pelzer Automotive Systems, Inc., in Athens and Walmart in Sweetwater - will need to be filled this summer. -
Lakeside Marina closing Friday
TEN MILE - After nearly 40 years in operation, Lakeside Marina in Ten Mile is closing down Friday.
Frances Bishop and her husband, Carey, have been operating Lakeside Marina for 38 years and have decided to hang it up as both near 70 years old. -
200 jobs available for Sweetwater Walmart
SWEETWATER - Walmart will hire approximately 200 associates to work at the new store slated to open in late summer in Sweetwater. A temporary hiring center has opened at 777 State Highway 68. -
Athens Federal's Castor promotes financial literacy
Athens Federal Community Bank financial analyst and community reinvestment act officer Amy Jo Castor was honored as the inaugural recipient of the Tennessee Bankers Association's EverFi Banker of the Year award at a ceremony during the TBA's Leadership Convention on April 22.
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Community News
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Lots of activities for seniors
The Etowah Area Senior Center sends greetings to all our readers.
Thursday will be our trip to tour the Volkswagen factory. We will be leaving the center at 9:45 a.m. There is still room in the van if you are interested. -
Etowah News & Photos - June 12
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East Athens Baptist welcomes new pastor
On June 1, East Athens Baptist Church will officially welcome Dr. Jon Hathcock as its senior pastor. -
Religion News
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St. Mark welcomes guest speaker
St. Mark AME Zion Church will hold a pastor appreciation service for its pastor, the Rev. Dr. Carl Glenn, on Sunday, May 25, at 11 a.m.
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Military News
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Police Reports
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The following information was gathered solely from police and jail records. Not every arrest leads to a conviction and guilt or innocence is determined through the court system. -
Meigs Police Reports
The following information was gathered solely from police and jail records. Not every arrest leads to a conviction, and guilt or innocence is determined through the court system. -
Police Reports
The following information was gathered solely from police and jail records. Not every arrest leads to a conviction and guilt or innocence is determined through the court system. -
Police Reports - June 14, 2013
The following information was gathered solely from police and jail records. Not every arrest leads to a conviction and guilt or innocence is determined through the court system. -
Police Reports
The following information was gathered solely from police and jail records. Not every arrest leads to a conviction and guilt or innocence is determined through the court system.
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SoundOff
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Something of interest for almost every reader
Today's "Sound Off" column has comments that will appeal many different readers this week. There are compliments and complaints. There are opinions on taxes, crimes and politicians, along with public administrators. And, the great dog debate wags on for the final week. These are the last comments on this subject for the time being. -
Cat comments leave their mark on Sound Off
This is in response to the individual who is having trouble with their pets (cats) being caught and taken to the Animal Shelter. I do understand where you are coming from. I love my pets also. I also feel for the person who is having the pet or stray cat problem. But let's be realistic, the citizens of Athens does not have to put up with other peoples' pets coming into their yard using it as their bathroom. Each citizen has the right to walk in their yard and not step in someone else's pet's poop - cat or dog. If we love our pets, we will take care of them, keep them in our yards and not let them be a problem for our neighbors. When all else fails, contact the Animal Control officer and he will help remove unwanted visitors from your yard. That's what I did and it works. Thank you to the City of Athens Animal Control Department. You do not, I repeat, do not have to be mean or cruel to anyone's pets to have them removed from your property. When I look into the eyes of my pet, I can see the love that is there. I would not want someone to hurt my pet. I support the McMinn Regional Humane Society and abide by the laws and rules set for our area. -
The difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day
One soldier noted the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day, while two other readers commmented flags - the large display of flags near Exit 49 and realizing when it's time to replace them. Several comments were made about the wildflowers growing along Decatur Pike and all said they enjoy seeing them. -
Readers express thanks and congratulations
While it was a slow week for calls and emails to the "Sound Off" line, there were several of comments thanking folks and congratulating others. -
McMinn ceremony made reader proud of her alma mater
This past Saturday's McMinn County High School graduation ceremony was so impressive that it led to one past graduate to sing the praises of her alma mater.
