It is the latest emerging economic logic. Athens and Limestone County are positioned for long-term economic prosperity. We are witnessing a flurry of activity from companies creating jobs for our […]

We are well into our path in the 21st century, and it is essential that we continue looking ahead— remaining mindful of how we can provide an improved standard of […]

The Limestone County Economic Development Association will host a regional hiring event Tuesday, bringing together job seekers and employers from across North Alabama. The Career Connect Hiring Event is scheduled […]

Athens State University has launched a new initiative aimed at expanding opportunities for adult learners and strengthening alignment with workforce demands. The “Career Advantage” initiative is designed as a comprehensive […]

Organizers have announced the entertainment lineup for the 2026 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention, one of North Alabama’s longest-running music traditions. The annual event will take place Wednesday, Sept. […]

Athens State University has been named a 2025-26 College of Distinction, a national designation recognizing institutions for their commitment to engaged and experiential undergraduate education. The honor is awarded by […]

In north Alabama, numerous institutions of higher learning have grown and evolved over time and producing a tremendous impact for the regional economy in a diversity of ways and to […]

Athens State University has been awarded a $2 million grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation aimed at increasing degree completion among high-achieving, low-income undergraduate students pursuing careers in science, […]

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) has directly secured more than $21.2 million for North Alabama projects through her role on the Senate Committee on Appropriations, following Senate passage of three Fiscal […]

The U.S. House of Representatives has advanced legislation that includes more than $17.6 million in Community Project Funding secured by U.S. Rep. Dale Strong for infrastructure, public safety and workforce […]

The Alabama Department of Workforce has opened a new Athens-Limestone Career Center at Athens State University, positioning Workforce Alabama to respond to the mounting workforce demands in one of the […]

ATHENS – Athens State University is collaborating with the autonomous fundraising platform Givzey | Version2.ai to launch a virtual engagement officer. This tool will help the university engage its stakeholders […]

HUNTSVILLE — The cybersecurity world is dynamic and cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated and diverse with every passing day. Hackers are employing advanced tactics, techniques, and procedures to breach […]

SHEFFIELD – A pair of management majors at Athens State University have been named recipients of the 2025 Edward Fennel Mauldin Endowed Scholarship. The announcement was made at a reception hosted […]

ATHENS — Starting with the Wall That Heals and culminating with the Veterans Day Parade, Athens is hosting activities saluting those who served. The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale […]

ATHENS – It’s time to sit back, relax and take in some smooth fiddle playing. The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series kicks off Thursday when Larry Cordle, Carl […]

ATHENS — “The Wall That Heals,” a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, is coming to Athens next week. “Athens State University is grateful to have been chosen as […]

ATHENS – Described as “more of a history show than … an art show,” Athens State University is hosting “Vietnam: Then & Now,” an art exhibition featuring the powerful work […]

ATHENS – Athens State has received accreditation from the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, school officials announced. The announcement came during the association’s annual meeting in Long […]

ATHENS – Some of the nation’s most highly acclaimed storytellers, award-winning liars and world-class musicians will make their way to North Alabama at the end of October to celebrate the […]

ATHENS –With the fall semester underway, enrollment numbers are continuing to grow at Athens State University. The university has a headcount of more than 3,000 students with more than 27,700 […]

ATHENS – With plans of serving as a hub for campus and community life, Athens State University held a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday to kick off the renovation of Carter Hall. […]

ATHENS – Thousands of old time music lovers and musicians will make their way to Athens in October for the “Granddaddy of Midsouth Fiddlers Conventions.” The Tennessee Valley Old Time […]

ATHENS – To meet the demand for the ever-growing cybersecurity industry, Athens State University is offering a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity. The Alabama Commission on Higher Education recently approved a […]