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Singing on the Square

8/1/2022

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Singing on the Square with Randy Waller in Athens Alabama
Don't miss the Singing on the Square this Friday night, August 5th, with Randy Waller and Company. Randy is the son of bluegrass legend Charlie Waller (Country Gentlemen).

Like his daddy, Randy’s robust, stately baritone lends itself ably to mainstream country, folk, blues, bluegrass, and any other genre he chooses. Inspired by to all types of music and teaching guitar in Richmond, Randy developed his singing, song writing and musical skills into a solo career, opening for major acts and fronting regional country and country-rock bands.

The band features Randy Waller, Guitar/Vocal, Phil Riddick, Banjo
Russ Holder, Dobro/Vocals, Dustin Young, Mandolin and Adrienne Tabor, Fiddle/Vocals


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Welcome our new team member

8/1/2022

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We would like to welcome our new employee, Tina Morrison, to Athens Limestone County Tourism.  Tina was born and raised here in Limestone County and is a graduate of West Limestone High School. She moved away from North Alabama in early 1990's and traveled, lived and worked in London, Australia and Mexico while employed with a global engineering construction company. She found her love of tourism while serving as the Director of the Perdido Key, FL Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center for 7 years. During her tenure there, she obtained a one million dollar tourism promotional grant to bring visitors back to the beach after the 2010 oil spill.  During covid in 2020, Tina returned back to Limestone County to be closer to family and is absolutely thrilled about her new employment with Athens Limestone County Tourism. "My world travels help me relate to what visitors are looking for.  I've sang the praises of Alabama all over the world and the chance to promote tourism in my hometown is simply a dream come true." Tina has 3 grown children and 3 granddaughters and her hobbies are music, camping, hiking, biking and kayaking. She will be assisting the Tourism President, Teresa Todd with Marketing, Events, and day to day operations of the Athens Limestone  Visitors Center at 100 N. Beaty St. in Athens.
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We welcome Tina to the team! 
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January 21st, 2022

1/21/2022

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A note from Athens Limestone Community Association...

Athens Limestone Community Association is proud to celebrate the 2022 Black History with a film remembering the achievements of Dr. C. Eric Lincoln, a 1941 Trinity High School Graduate and his central role in U.S. history. We were honored to be contacted by Clark Atlanta University and Mrs. Lucy Lincoln to create this film for the 39th Annual C. Eric Lincoln Lectureship Series for the Clark Atlanta University under the leadership of Mr. Frank Travis and associates.

We ask the Trinity alumni and friends to pay their $100 annual pledge and we gratefully accept other donations. We are eagerly awaiting your assistance in raising the $98,000 needed in matching funds to apply for a $490,000 grant to complete the Fort Henderson Memorial and the Trinity History Center at the Trinity-Fort Henderson Complex. The ALCA has already begun to memorialize the service of U.S. Colored Troops in Athens by beginning to create the Fort Henderson Memorial, which ultimately will feature a park with monuments, historic interpretive markers and a well-lit walking trail and stone wall around the fort outline. The historic interpretive markers were created and installed in 2020, with many thanks for your support in partnership with the American Battlefield Trust.

If you are unable to be with us for this great celebration, please mail your donations to ALCA P.O. Box 1476, Athens, AL 35612, a 501 (c) (3) organization. We look forward to your support for these historic projects.

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2022 Chocolate Walk

1/21/2022

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Athens Main Street - Chocolate Walk

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Do you love all things chocolate? Do you love great places to shop and dine?

If so, you will not want to miss Athens Main Street’s popular Chocolate Walk.  The Chocolate Walk will take place on February 5, 2022, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The self-guided event will start at...


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Calhoun: Brew Apprenticeship

1/12/2022

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Calhoun Brews Up Apprenticeship Course For
​Beer Enthusiast

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​The Calhoun Workforce Solutions (CWS) team is calling all beer enthusiasts 
as they kick off its new brewing apprentice course this spring. The first of its kind in North Alabama is designed specifically for beginner to intermediate-level brewers.

As one of the fastest-growing recession-proof industries across the globe, craft beer continues to expand, and with that expansion comes the need for ...

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Athens State: Roberts Exhibit

1/11/2022

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Frances Roberts Traveling Exhibit Coming To
​KARES LIBRARY 

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​Athens, AL – The “Frances C. Roberts: Her Life and Legacy” traveling exhibit will be making a stop at Athens State University’s Kares Library in January 2022. Dr. Frances Roberts (1916-2000) was an eminent historian of Alabama, lifelong educator, and historic preservation advocate. Born and raised in...

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Christmas in Elkmont - Dec 4, 2021

12/3/2021

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Come Enjoy A Small Town Christmas with Elkmont Alabama

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 Put on those Santa hats, wacky Christmas sweaters, and pack up the kids for a fun-filled afternoon in downtown Elkmont, Alabama as the citizens welcome the holidays with a “Christmas Celebration In Elkmont” starting...

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Dec 2, 2021 - Athens Christmas Parade

12/2/2021

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Commission Tree Lighting, Christmas Parade & More

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Tonight in #AthensAL, December 2 2021,  the community will be celebrating Christmas for all ages young and home as they share the sentiment of this year's theme, "I'll Be Home For Christmas".

We have some information and tips that will help you enjoy the...

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I'll Be Home For Christmas Ornament

12/1/2021

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Athens-Limestone Tourism is proud to present their "I'll Be Home For Christmas" double-sided commemorative ornament. Featuring the welcoming red door decked with wreath and gifts on the step. The reverse features the sentiment, "What You Love About The South" in a heart.
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These keepsake ornaments will make great Teacher's Gifts, Secret Santa Gifts, Ornament Swaps, or nice surprise for friends and family afar or your soldier overseas.

You can purchase...


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Veterans Day 2021 - Veterans Specials

11/10/2021

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Athens-Limestone Businesses Salute Veterans With Specials

Some of our local businesses in Athens-Limestone Alabama will be saluting veterans with special offers on November 11, 2021.  From a free meal to a free movie, read beyond the break to learn more!

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2021 Athens Cemetery Stroll

9/16/2021

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~ The Historic Role Call ~
the Notable, the Innocent, and the Notorious!

Athens-Limestone County Tourism presents the
Athens Cemetery Stroll Sunday, October 3rd, 2:PM till 4:PM 
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Quietly at rest, atop the hill of Athens City Cemetery lays the grit and fortitude of the forefathers which built Athens-Limestone County.

On October 3rd, you will step into the former world of those who shaped our towns and county. Teresa Todd, Director for Athens-Limestone County Tourism said, "These spirits will come alive with tales of history, heritage, family, and community. Local residents become actors in period attire; many of them will be descendants of the very people they are portraying."

The day of storytelling from yesteryear begins at...

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2021 Constitution Day Celebration

9/16/2021

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Constitution Day Celebration 2021 Set for Sep 20 with John Wade Keyes DAR

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​The Athens John Wade Keyes Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will hold its annual "Constitution Day Celebration" on Monday, September 20, 2021 at 1 p.m. at McCandless Hall on the Athens State campus.  The program will...

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TVOTFC: Aldridges Coming 9/28

9/15/2021

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DARIN & BROOKE ALDRIDGE COMING TO ATHENS STATE

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Darin & Brooke Aldridge will be coming to Athens State University as part of the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series. The concert will be held on Tuesday, September 28 at 7:00 pm in McCandless Hall after being postponed last year due to COVID-19. 

Husband and wife duo Darin & Brooke Aldridge are both highly acclaimed vocalists in their own right. They combine...

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Athens State:  2021 Alumni Golf Classic

9/15/2021

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30th Annual Athens State Alumni Golf Classic Scheduled For September 23

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​The 30th Annual Athens State University Alumni Golf Classic is scheduled for Thursday, September 23 at Canebrake Club in Athens. Check-in will begin at 10:30 am and lunch will be provided. The event’s shotgun start will occur at 11:30 am, with dinner from Greenbrier and the awarding of prizes to follow the tournament at the clubhouse.

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Subway Partners with Stewart-Haas

9/15/2021

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Subway® Accelerates Delivery Growth, Teams Up With NASCAR Driver Kevin Harvick for Upcoming Playoff Races

The World's Largest Restaurant Brand Returns to Racing with Stewart-Haas Partnership and Limited-Time
​Delivery Discount for Fans
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Subway® restaurants with Stewart-Haas Racing and driver Kevin Harvick today unveiled a new paint scheme as part of its return to the NASCAR Cup Series. The refresh to the No. 4 car highlights Subway Delivery and will be featured in three races this season, starting Saturday night at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway.
Now available nationwide, Subway Delivery powered by DoorDash allows guests to...


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Taco Bell & TerraCycle

9/15/2021

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Don't Let This Love Go To Waste. Give New Life To Taco Bell® Hot Sauce Packets Via TerraCycle®

With TerraCycle®, Taco Bell is now collecting its iconic sauce packets as it works to address industry packaging waste
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​Taco Bell is launching a nationwide pilot program with TerraCycle® to divert as many used sauce packets as possible away from landfills and give them new life, following an initial trial earlier this year. This partnership is the beginning and part of a potential industry-wide solution for recycling sauce packets and other single-use food packaging.

Taco Bell's hot sauce packets have been there for all sorts of pivotal life moments, from...

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Calhoun: #1 in Nation

9/15/2021

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Calhoun Remains #1 in the Nation for Advanced Manufacturing Degree Training

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Calhoun Community College has again been recognized as the nation's top higher education institution in the annual Emsi (Economic Modeling Specialist International) Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician degree rankings, one of the most well-respected assessments among colleges and universities. 

According to the latest ranking, which includes...


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2021 Fiddlers Kicks Off 9/30

9/13/2021

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2021 Fiddlers Convention To Kick Off September 30 

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Athens, AL – The 2021 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention, presented by Aetos Systems, Inc., is just weeks away, which means Athens State University’s campus is soon to be bustling with all things old time music. The convention will run from...

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Dunkin' Brings Joy To Pediatic Patients

9/13/2021

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Dunkin' Shines Gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month with More Than $2 Million in Grants and New Dunkin' Connecting Joy Gaming Program

Dunkin' Connecting Joy brings joy to pediatric patients around the country by funding gaming experiences at local hospitals
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​When children are battling a serious illness like cancer, a little joy can go a long way and that's why Dunkin' is shining gold this September for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Today, the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation announced more than $2 million in grants for organizations supporting kids battling serious illnesses such as cancer. The total amount includes...


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Krystal: New Tastier Fries

9/13/2021

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​Krystal Comes in Hot With New Tastier Fries, Now Available at all Restaurants

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Krystal Restaurants LLC, the original quick-service restaurant chain in the South, just invested in a new and improved fry for fans to enjoy. The new fries are now available at all Krystal restaurants and pack a noticeably delicious crunch, while delivering a light and fluffy interior. Ad spots created by Atlanta-based Dagger, Krystal's advertising AOR, capture the fries in all their glory.

"We're known for our highly craveable menu items, and we're always looking to deliver better. Our new fries are...


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Chipotle: Rewards & App

9/13/2021

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​Chipotle Continues To Evolve Its Loyalty Program And App Experience With Record Digital Sales

Brand's new Extras platform allows Chipotle Rewards members to unlock extra points and collect first-of-its-kind achievement badges as digital sales reach $2 billion
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Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) today announced it is continuing to evolve its digital experience with enhancements to the Chipotle Rewards program, which has helped the business already surpass $2 billion in digital sales this year. The Chipotle Rewards program now boasts 24 million members and remains among the fastest growing loyalty programs in the history of the restaurant industry.

Introducing Extras from Chipotle Rewards
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Today, Chipotle is officially rolling out Extras, an exclusive feature for Chipotle Rewards members that unlocks access to extra points, helping members get to free Chipotle even faster.

Extras gamifies Chipotle Rewards with...


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Daly: September Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

9/13/2021

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Limestone Co Commission Chairman Daly Proclaims September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

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​During Monday’s Limestone County Commission Meeting, Chairman Collin Daly proclaimed September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Limestone County.  Childhood cancer is...

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2021 Mid-Year State of the Restaurant Industry Update

9/1/2021

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National Restaurant Association Releases 2021 Mid-Year State of the Restaurant Industry Update

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Positive trends improve industry outlook; uncertainty and waning consumer confidence could impact long-term rebuilding
​Today, the National Restaurant Association released a mid-year supplement to the 2021 State of the Restaurant Industry Report, which illustrates the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the restaurant industry. The report provides an updated look at key indicators and trends influencing the industry's recovery as of June/July 2021, including the current state of the economy, workforce, and food and beverage sales.

Key findings include:

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Wendy's - First-of-Its-Kind

9/1/2021

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Wendy's Introduces First-of-Its-Kind Big Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger, Yes Really

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The newest addition to the Made to Crave lineup goes all in on bacon and cheddar, topped with an innovative toasted cheddar bun
Wendy's® is making your cheesy, bacon-filled dreams come true with the launch of the new Big Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger. The third addition to the Made to Crave lineup this year, this unforgettable sandwich flips the notion of a traditional bacon cheeseburger on its bun with unparalleled culinary sophistication and an explosion of big, bold flavors.

​"As the home of the number one bacon cheeseburger*, we had a desire to dial-up what we do best and create a flavorful, pub-fare style sandwich featuring...


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Athens State: Listerhill $25,000

8/25/2021

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Listerhill Donates $25,000 To Help Fund
Athens State Reading and Literacy Lab 

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Athens State University’s Reading and Literacy Lab will be getting a much- needed upgrade thanks to a $25,000 donation from Listerhill Credit Union. Listerhill’s donation will allow for the purchase and provision of a smart board, books, software, games, journals, assessment tools, technology, and site visits so the Lab can better prepare pre-service teachers for the classroom.

As the leading institution for ​...

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