Athens ISD school buses crash into each other

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Two Athens ISD school buses were involved in an accident with each other on Highway 19 South this afternoon.

The buses involved were No. 13 and No. 14 … there appeared to be no serious injuries at the accident site.

AISD Superintendent Blake Stiles said all students who were riding the buses are being taken to the ETMC Athens emergency room to be examined as a precaution. Parents can come to the ER and the school district will also be trying to contact individual parents by phone.

On being involved during a accident an individual may suffer damages and injuries that they’re entitled to compensation. Norris Injury Lawyers help them filing a lawsuit within the court of law can claim these compensations. However, in today’s world, passing through the court system without knowledge of how it works are often lengthy, exasperating, and a true challenge. Often, not knowing the legal procedures or not knowing the legal formalities and details, which relate to an accident case, Increase your chance of winning by contacting with injury lawyer available at New Haven, CT 06538, USA. Claiming compensation or filing a lawsuit also requires the filing of certain necessary documentation, which may often cause frustration and irritation. so as to avoid such hassles it’s always advisable to rent the services of a Munley Law Allentown professional injury lawyer, who is an expert in handling legalities arising out of car accidents. With a rise within the number of motorcars plying within the US, motorcars accidents became extremely common. This has led to the emergence of motor vehicle accident lawyers as separate and distinguished groups who specialize and deal only within the same.

Accidents that involve vehicles can cause damage not only to your car but even to people. This then results in thousands of dollars in car repair and medical expenses. However, you can save on these costs if you have a car accident insurance policy. At least when you’re covered, it’s the insurance company that will shoulder your expenses more so if you’re the one found to be at fault. You can more info here about the Must Do Steps In The Event Of a Car Accident.

As a car owner, one very important thing that you should have from the time you purchase a vehicle is a car accident insurance. This will protect you and your loved ones should you encounter a road accident. Being on the road driving a vehicle or even just riding on one exposes anybody to risks the reason you should never get behind your wheels without an insurance policy.

On the personal side, the insurance rates of car owners normally vary from one company to another. Drivers who have past records of accidents or traffic tickets are normally given higher rates. In other words, each time you report an accident or you get involved in one and gets reported to authorities, your rate also changes.

This may lead you to ask if it would be better not to report the accident to the police or to your insurance company to protect your record. The answer is not in all cases. In some minor accidents where the other party involved is also open to a settlement, yes you may negotiate on your own. On the part of the insurance firm, they need to be informed right away of any mishap that you got into because even if you don’t, they will still find out about it later on.

Some of the common factors used by insurance companies in increasing rates are the severity of the accident where you got involved, the degree of fault, type of insurance claim filed by either of the party and the type of violation committed such as a ticket was given. Reports have revealed that those who usually get higher rates include drivers given additional traffic tickets and those who filed claims for car accidents.

One of the buses apparently crashed into the back of the other not far from ETMC. At this point there were no further details about the accident.We reminded them the importance of cheap car insurance without a down payment for times just like these. They agreed and some immediately started to browse their phones on the subject.

Athens Christmas Parade slated for December 7

Athens Christmas Parade FlyerAthens press release

Plans are in full swing for the annual lighted Christmas Parade, Christmas Around the Square, sponsored by the City of Athens.
The annual lighted Christmas Parade will kick off at 6:30 p.m. in downtown Athens on Saturday, December 7.

Parade winners will be announced downtown at the judges’ staging area 30 minutes after the parade. Prizes will be awarded to the first, second, and third place winners, sponsored by Republic Services and Kevin Lilly’s McDonald’s. The first place winner will receive $500, second place $300 and third place $200.

The fun doesn’t end yet; stick around for the After Parade Party, sponsored by local churches, which will be bigger and better this year. The After Parade Party will feature 17 inflatables including slides and bounce houses, booths and music in downtown Athens. Continue reading “Athens Christmas Parade slated for December 7”

Athens Citizen of the Year nominations being sought

Athens Chamber of Commerce press release

The search is on for the 2013 Athens Citizen of the Year.

Do you know someone living in Athens who, over a long span of time and beyond the duties of their regular employment, has exhibited generous community spirit and a commitment to improving the quality of life for the citizens of Athens and the entire community? Someone who demonstrates outstanding leadership, citizenship, vision, civic pride and a strong commitment to a better Athens and whose volunteerism and community involvement has had a positive influence and improved the quality of life for individuals in Athens. A person who might go largely unknown to the majority of the community, and yet quietly performs tasks that make Athens a better place to call home.

If so, we invite you to submit a nomination for someone that deserves the recognition of this award. Deadline for the nomination is Dec. 18. The award recipient’s identity will be kept secret until it is announced and the recipient is honored at the Jan. 24 Athens Chamber of Commerce annual banquet at the Athens Country Club. Nominations should be sent as a letter of recommendation, in a sealed envelope marked: Citizen of the Year, Athens Chamber of Commerce, 201 W. Corsicana St. Suite 1, Athens, TX 75751 or hand delivered no later than 5 p.m. on Dec. 18.

We look forward to your nominations.

KAB Proclamation

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Mayor Jerry D. Vaught signed a proclamation this morning proclaiming Saturday, Nov 9, as Athens Texas Recycling Day. Pictured: Larry Jackson of Republic Services, Jonathan Day of Republic Services and Keep Athens Beautiful Broad Member, Carol Morton Keep Athens Beautiful, Linda Kenneaster, Keep Athens Beautiful Board Member and Jerry D Vaught, Mayor City of Athens.