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    SMALL TOWN LIVE: Athens, the place to go for something to do

    By Nayeli Carrillo,

    7 days ago

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    ATHENS, Texas ( KETK ) – The Henderson County seat is home to family activities, outdoor adventures and a bustling local economy. For our final stop of the Small Town Live summer season we visit the City of Athens.

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    Athens, or the “Black-Eyed Pea Capital of the World,” is also known for hamburgers, fiddlers and a recreational opportunities.

    Jake Graf with the Cain Center YMCA said the people of Athens is what makes it an amazing city and through the center they are able to serve residents.

    “We also have opened up afterschool and Friday care. So, that’s been a big thing since Athens has a four-day instructional school week,” Graf said.

    The YMCA said they are currently hiring for a part-time swim coach and anyone interested can visit the center to apply.

    The Athens city manager and tourism coordinator speak about the city’s heritage and culture.

    “We just have it all here in Athens,” city manager Elizabeth Borstad said.

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    Director of tourism Jennifer Browning described what attendees can expect from the September Black Eyed Pea Jamboree and the December Christmas parade.

    “We have the East Texas arboretum, Lake Athens. There’s a motocross park here, there’s lots of different activities. Our rodeo is huge and we just love when all of those groups come into town on the weekend,” Browning said.

    To hear about the events coming up watch the video above or visit the Athens tourism website .

    The Athens Hornets will be facing the Henderson Lions during the first week of Friday Football Fever.

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