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Inmate's death at Athens-Clarke County Jail prompts investigation
A 31-year-old inmate at Athens-Clarke County Jail has died, prompting an investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation ...
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One inmate dies, two found unresponsive from possible drug overdoses in Athens-Clarke jail
An investigation was spurred this week after an Athens-Clarke County Jail inmate died and two others were found unconscious.
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Athens first responders to battle it out at annual softball tournament for charity
Discover the unity and community spirit as Athens' first responders gear up for the 2025 charity softball event—supporting ...
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One inmate dead, two hospitalized after medical emergencies at Athens jail
One inmate is dead and two others are in the hospital after "medical issues" in the Athens-Clarke County jail. All the ...
City of Athens announces addition of new Public Works Director
ATHENS, Ala. ( WHNT) — The City of Athens has announced the addition of a new Public Works Director. Stacy Dowden, has been ...
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83-year-old Athens man charged with attempted murder in son’s shooting
An 83-year-old Athens man was charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting his son in the back Wednesday, according ...
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Athens star Adalyn Pike wins AJGA Huntsville Junior
Athens golf star Adalyn Pike can add another trophy to her collection. Pike went wire-to-wire to claim the AJGA Huntsville ...
Athens man accused of attempting to murder son
LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — An Athens man accused of attempting to murder his son was arrested Wednesday. Charles Lynn Lewis, 83, of Athens, is being held at the Limestone County Jail on an ...