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'Significant' local arrests net drugs, cash

Limestone County deputies made what Sheriff Mike Blakely termed “significant arrests” with a Friday evening drug bust of a house at 817 Westmoreland Street....

Bills in meth trash lead to arrest

Trash included the portions of phone and cable bills that led investigators to the address of 43-year-old Larry M. Mason of Tuscumbia.

Space Camp celebrating 30th anniversary

The center is hosting a weekend of family-friendly activities and a reunion of Space Camp alumni on June 15.

Community colleges seeing declining enrollment

American Association of Community Colleges spokeswoman Norma Kent says changes in the economy are to blame.

New formula sees Alabama graduation rates drop

State officials say the new formula for calculating graduation rates is believed to be more accurate.

Police say biker in Fort Payne chase topped 140 mph

Officers finally blocked a road and then found the suspected driver hiding behind a garage.

Local morning update for May 25, 2012

VIRAL VIDEO OF THE DAY While you’re spending time with the family this weekend, don’t forget why we celebrate Memorial Day.

Boy shot in face while hunting snakes in Decatur

Authorities say the other boy, who was not named, did not know the gun was loaded.

Three Alabama metro papers cut publication to 3 days

The three papers in Birmingham, Mobile and Huntsville announced the new strategy Thursday.

Local morning update for May 24, 2012

VIRAL VIDEO OF THE DAY With nearly 10 million views, the Harvard baseball team’s synchronized van dance is a viral video hit. Yes, Harvard.

City opens Nuclear Plant Road improvement bids

Public Works Director James Rich expects that work would begin in August. The contractor will have 90 working days to complete the project.

Drug dog's nose turns up cocaine in traffic stop

An Ohio man stopped on Interstate 65 for having an obstructed windshield was arrested Monday for having about two ounces of crack cocaine in his vehicle.

Weather research conducted in Tennessee Valley

Researchers in three airplanes took to the skies over the Tennessee Valley earlier this week to collect data about thunderstorm development and its effects on the...

Memorial Day 2012 in Limestone County AL - Memorial Day Parades, Events and more

Here is what is happening for Memorial Day 2012 in Limestone County, AL. Find the area Athens events, parades, activities and more for Memorial Day 2012. Acitivites are in...

A Day to Remember in Athens

For most of us, Memorial Day 2012 Athens marks the beginning of a season of summer fun. But don’t let the real meaning of the holiday get lost amidst the barbecues and beach...

Huntsville students in grades 4-12 getting laptops

The school system has agreed to lease 11,000 computers from Hewlett-Packard for about $2.3 million a year.

Holly Pond opens Gov. Guy Hunt museum

The 5,200-square-foot building contains photos, campaign memorabilia and documents tracing Hunt's career.

Alabama gas prices lower for holiday travel

AAA Alabama spokesman Clay Ingram says gas prices had risen sharply early this year, cutting into motorists' budgets.

Grandfather sentenced for rape of granddaughter

Limestone County District Attorney Brian Jones asked a judge Tuesday for a life sentence for a grandfather and evangelist minister convicted of raping his 14-year-old...

TVA investigates why noose found at nuke plant

TVA spokesman Travis Brickey would not say what part of the plant the noose was found, and said such information would not be released while the investigation is ongoing.

Local man indicted for child rape

A 34-year-old Athens man has been formally charged with rape and sexual abuse involving his step-granddaughter.

Fallen officers honored at memorial

Guest speaker Col. Tracy Trott of the Tennessee Highway Patrol said line-of-duty deaths had decreased 50 percent in Tennessee, though there have been six officers killed this year.

Trial set for Memon’s father

A trial date for Iqbal Memon’s wife, Safia Memon, has not been set.

Alabama Senate nearing vote on Senate districts

Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh said the proposed districts could boost the number of Republicans in the 35-member Senate from 22 to 27.

Local morning update for May 22, 2012

VIRAL VIDEO OF THE DAY A look at the liftoff of the Falcon 9 rocket in Cape Canaveral, Fla., early Tuesday.

Memons indicted on hindering prosecution charges

Following their arrests, Iqbal and Safia Memon had each been free on $15,000 bond.

Sex abuse victim a teenager

An Athens man is facing charges of sexual abuse and sodomy for allegedly engaging in deviant sexual intercourse and sexual contact with a 15 year old, records show.

Vote set Thursday for Limestone County Schools superintendent

School board members announced Monday night they would meet at 7 a.m. Thursday to vote on the four finalists, select one and offer him or her a contract.

Alabama House, Senate debate new districts

Republican leaders predict they will have the votes to pass House and Senate plans favored by the GOP later Monday.

Local morning update for May 21, 2012

VIRAL VIDEO OF THE DAY In memory of the Bee Gees’ Robin Gibb, who succumbed to cancer on Sunday at age 62.

Local initiative studies how iPad might enhance education

Just two months after school started in August, a number of students at Athens Elementary School began an initiative. It was aimed at a current educational trend that...

Manager of library construction giving project $100K boost

The amount means the group has to raise just $265,361 more this year to reach its 2012 goal as part of a $1 million Dekko Foundation challenge grant.

Alabama officials: Amendment necessary to fund Medicaid

Alabama voters will get the chance this September to decide the fate of the linchpin of the Legislature's budget, something state officials say is necessary to...

Man seriously injured in fall from Huntsville tree

A man has been seriously injured in a 40-foot fall from a tree in the Huntsville area.

Green picked for Georgia superintendent job

James Clemens High School in Madison hasn’t opened yet, but the school is already in need of a new principal after an announcement that Dr. John Green has been...

Later start, shorter breaks for school year

The first day for student instruction can be no earlier than the Monday two weeks prior to Labor Day — Aug 20. The last day for student instruction must be no...

Three county schools receive bronze medals

To determine the best schools, U.S. News and World Report evaluated nearly 22,000 public high schools in 49 states and the District of Columbia on state proficiency standards,...

Ardmore Police Memorial to be held Tuesday

The Ardmore Police Department’s annual memorial ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. at the department, located at 26704 Main Street. Col. Tracy Trott from the...

Local morning update for May 19, 2012

VIRAL VIDEO OF THE DAY A look back at an event from last year's Limestone County Sheriff's Rodeo.

Governor signs immigration law changes

Bentley said Friday he has changed his mind and won't push for additional revisions to the law in the Legislature's special session.

Clemens High’s Green picked for Georgia job

There is no word if Green has formally accepted the position.

Local morning update for May 18, 2012

VIRAL VIDEO OF THE DAY In memory of "Queen of Disco" Donna Summer, who passed away Thursday at the age of 63.

What You Need to Know for Friday (top national stories)

Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.

Alabama's unemployment rate drops again

Alabama's unemployment rate has declined for the ninth straight month to 7.2 percent for April.

Legislature begins 2nd day of special session

The Alabama Legislature is beginning the second day of its special session for drawing new legislative districts.

Endangered: White Democrats in Ala. Legislature

White Democrats opposed to new legislative districts designed by Republicans said they will turn the Legislature into a body of white Republicans and black Democrats.

Alabamians to decide fate of General Fund in September

The Alabama Legislature went down to the wire Wednesday, wrapping up the 2012 regular session at midnight after passing the General Fund and Education Trust Fund budgets.

Toyota in Huntsville to add 125 new jobs

Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Huntsville announced Thursday it would expand its facility and add 125 new jobs as part of a $80 million reinvestment.

Library seeks your collections for public display cases

“We are looking for anybody who has a collection of antiques or other items they would like to display,” said Laura Poe, Athens-Limestone Public Library...

Just what is '1-Hour Seafood?'

A recent proposal by the Limestone County Commission to purchase the mostly empty L&S Foodland shopping center on North Jefferson Street has The News Courier staff...