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Athens, Alabama Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good day Athens! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Athens Middle School change under its new principal?
  • Can Athens softball turn six straight state trips into a title?
  • How a bomb threat disrupted business at the Athens courthouse Monday

Also on today's calendar: 44th Annual Limestone Sheriff's Rodeo and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 81 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Thursday: Pleasant with plenty of sun, temps: high: 75, low: 50.
  • Friday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 85 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Leslie Sedberry named new principal at Athens Middle School (enewscourier.com) — Athens Middle School is getting a new leader this July as longtime educator Leslie Sedberry steps into the principal role, succeeding retiring principal Kim Moore. Sedberry, already familiar to families as assistant principal, brings nearly 20 years of experience and advanced degrees in education. She says her focus will be on strong instruction, student achievement, and a supportive school culture for Athens students and staff.
   

2. PREP SOFTBALL: Athens advances to 6th straight state tournament; Athens Bible keeps season alive (enewscourier.com) — Athens High’s softball team has clinched its sixth straight state tournament berth and will open play Monday morning against Helena in Oxford. Pitcher Jaicey Harty and slugger Caitlyn Tedford led the way in a 3-1 win over Hazel Green, while Athens Bible also stayed alive in Class 1A with a dominant victory over Pickens Academy and continues regional play today.
   

3. New Hope man arrested after bomb threat at the Limestone County Courthouse (whnt.com) — A bomb threat phoned into the Limestone County Courthouse in Athens led to a full evacuation Monday, a search by bomb technicians, and the later arrest of a New Hope man. Authorities say no device was found, but the sheriff stressed that any threats to the Athens courthouse and local justice system will be aggressively investigated and prosecuted.
   

4. 90 Day Fiance: Are Mallorie & Rasit Still Together? Intense Money Drama & Family Pressure Create Chaos In Their Romance! (tvseasonspoilers.com) — An Athens native named Mallorie is stepping into the spotlight on Season 12 of TLC’s “90 Day Fiance,” after falling for Turkish boat captain Rasit during a girls’ trip to Greece. Their whirlwind engagement faces culture clashes, money tensions, and small-town lifestyle adjustments once Rasit joins her in the U.S., leaving fans wondering if their high-drama romance can last.
   

5. University of Mobile Class of 2026 Celebrates Graduation, Rick Lance Awarded Doctor of Humane Letters (umobile.edu) — Several Athens students are among more than 300 graduates honored in the University of Mobile’s Class of 2026, including award-winners in theology, creative practice, and kinesiology. The ceremony featured a faith-centered commencement message, a special honorary degree, and recognition of standout students from across Alabama and beyond.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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