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Board members of the West Morgan-East Lawrence Water Authority expressed anger at what they see as a decision foisted on them by upstream industries: Take action that could raise rates by $20 per month or provide customers with deficient drinking…

The Athens City Council next week will consider a proposed agreement that would give an incentive to a company planning to develop a Panera Bread restaurant at 1323 U.S. 72 E.

Visitors to Morgan County schools will have a longer wait to enter and will be required to show their driver’s license once buzzed in.

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The search for a new Morgan County 911 director is nearly back to square one.

MOULTON — When the new school year began Thursday morning for Lawrence County schools, Tanner Hood said things seemed “unfamiliar.” Some of his friends were missing.

Weekly Wrap is a collection of photos taken by Daily photographers during the past week and highlights some of the finest moments in the Tennessee Valley.

Filled with paper, pencils and crayons, 1,000 free book bags will go home with Decatur children today during the annual Back to School Jam.

In response to local demand, Calhoun Community College is now offering Certified Six Sigma Green Belt exam preparation on its Decatur campus.

Explore the world of toads, salamanders and snakes during the Snakes Alive program at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday. Daphne Moland, ranger at the refuge, will lead the hands-on learning experience.