City of Athens, Texas Government

09/14/2026

Water Alert for Monday, Sept. 14

Utility crews will be working in the 200 block of East Larkin today, Sept. 14, resulting in a loss of water service to the area. Crews will complete the work and restore full water service as quickly as possible.

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years ago today, our nation was changed by the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.

Today, the City of Athens remembers those who lost their lives, the first responders who answered the call, and the families and communities forever affected by that day.

We will never forget.

09/10/2026

Congratulations!

Help us congratulate Police Chief Chad Allen on being named the Greater Athens Chamber of Commerce September Community Champion for his service to Athens, both on duty and in the community.

Pictured, from left, are Chief Allen and Greater Athens Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jennifer Browning.

09/10/2026

Water Alert for Thursday, Sept. 10

Utility crews will be working in the 200 block of Gaudalupe Drive and La Jolla Drive beginning at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, resulting in a loss of water service to the area. Crews will complete the work and restore full water service as quickly as possible. Estimated time for service to be restored is by 12 p.m.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from the City of Athens! All City of Athens offices are closed today in observance of the holiday. All trash pickup services will remain on schedule today.

City offices will reopen 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8.

Have a safe and happy holiday!

09/04/2026

Congratulations!

09/04/2026

The City of Athens Collection Station will be closed Saturday, Sept. 5, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

All City of Athens offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, for the holiday. City offices will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 8 a.m.

All trash pickup will remain on schedule.

Questions? Call City Hall at 903-675-5131 or email [email protected].

09/03/2026

SCAM ALERT

The City of Athens has received a report of a fraudulent email claiming the recipient received a traffic citation in Athens.

The email says the citation must be paid within 72 hours and provides links to pay or contest the ticket. Do not click those links or provide personal or payment information.

If you receive an unexpected message claiming you owe a City of Athens traffic fine, verify it directly with the City before making a payment. One clear warning sign: The links in the reported email do not go to an official City of Athens website.

When in doubt, do not click. Visit athenstx.gov or contact City Hall at 903-675-5131.

09/01/2026

We have received reports that Texans are receiving mailers and text messages asking for personal information related to their voter registration.

Please, do not enter personal information on third-party websites!

Henderson County voters should use the Henderson County Elections and Voter Registration page for local election information, registration assistance and official resources: https://www.henderson-county.com/221/Elections-Voter-Registration

You can also securely check your voter registration status through the Texas Secretary of State’s My Voter Portal at https://www.votetexas.gov/

Important voter registration information for the Nov. 3, 2026, election:

• Voter registration deadline: Monday, Oct. 5
• Henderson County Elections Office: 903-675-6149
• Registration status and updates: VoteTexas.gov

If you are not registered, you can request an application through the Henderson County Elections Office or print, sign and mail an application available through VoteTexas.gov.

If your voter registration status is listed as “suspense,” it generally means your address needs to be confirmed or updated. You are still eligible to vote. Check your status through VoteTexas.gov and update your information as needed.

When it comes to your voter registration, rely on official election sources.

09/01/2026

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➡️ Visit www.athenstx.gov for official City news, service updates, projects, Council information and public notices.

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