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4 At-A-Glance
6 The Chamber
8 Moving In
o understand what makes • Thriving Economy: Athens is a
16 Workforce Development Athens, Georgia, so special, beacon for both large manufacturers
22 Business & Industry you must experience it and start-up companies. Numerous
for yourself. Once you’re development resources, including
30 WB&A Engineering here, it becomes a part of you. The the Athens Area Chamber of
Commerce, strive to help area
31 Introducing Noris Diaz experience draws you in and leaves a businesses succeed.
lasting impression. Athens is ever evolving,
32 Cofer’s Home and Garden inviting you to discover its cultural • Quality Education: The city was
incorporated in 1790, five years after
33 The Sign Brothers experiences and to uncover new ideas the University of Georgia was
and things to do every day. established. Indeed, Athens is built
35 Healthcare on the intellectual traditions that
47 Education Experience pride as you watch University were at the heart of ancient Greece.
of Georgia students make an impact Academics flourish with outstanding
54 Housing on the field and in the community. public and private schools and high-
57 Things to Do Experience excitement as you discover quality colleges and universities.
• Expert Healthcare: The area is
our vibrant downtown on a Friday night.
60 A Classic Arena for Experience adventure as you explore home to three state-of-the-art
The Classic City more than 2,000 acres of public parks, hospital systems and numerous
beautiful botanical gardens, or a new private practices to keep your family
foodie hotspot. Immerse yourself in healthy and thriving.
Athens and experience all the Classic • Low Cost of Living: Athens has
been named one of the “Best Places
City has to offer.
to Retire” by Forbes at least five times.
EXPERIENCE… Affordable and diverse housing
options plus favorable taxes make
• Ideal Location: Athens is only settling in Athens an easy choice.
90 minutes east of Atlanta and south • Recreation and Leisure:
The Athens Quality of Life Guide is produced by the of the North Georgia mountains,
Athens Area Chamber of Commerce. Although every With entertainment options ranging
effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we cannot plus the Atlantic Ocean is just four from nightly concerts and theatrical
guarantee that dates , telephone numbers, and other
information have not changed. hours away. performances, to strolls through
2 Welcome Athens Area Chamber of Commerce • www.athensga.com • (706) 549-6800