Hello, Athens

08/15/2025

How lucky are we to have amazing small businesses like Justice Graphics right here in Athens?

They’ve made the Top 5 for Specialty Shop in the Springfield Community’s Choice Awards! Let’s show up for them like they show up for us — cast your vote and help bring home the win! 🏆

Check it out now!

08/15/2025

What a great evening at Meet the Teacher! 💚

We’re so thankful for the chance to give lunch & teacher gifts to TWO classes thanks to the generosity of our amazing community! Congratulations to Mrs. Adams (student Gabby) and Miss Heidi (student Blake) on being our winners!

Here’s to more partnerships, more celebrations, and continuing to grow together as a small town that cares. ✨

08/15/2025

08/14/2025

Today’s the day! We can’t wait to see you tonight at Meet the Teacher!
Your kids can pick up a checklist, visit the booths, and get entered to WIN lunch for their class + gifts for their teacher—thanks to our amazing community sponsors.

Who’s stopping by tonight? Drop a 💚 in the comments if we’ll see you there!

08/13/2025

Big news — two Athens students are up for Athlete of the Year! 🏆
They have put in the hard work, shown incredible dedication, and now it’s time to cheer them on.

Be sure to click on both links to learn more & cast your vote:

https://athleteoftheyear.org/2025/gracelyn-07b0

https://athleteoftheyear.org/2025/keegan-bd6e

Let’s show them some hometown support! 🙌

08/11/2025

This Thursday is the Meet the Teacher Community Event!

We’ll have an event checklist for students—complete it and get entered to win our lunch giveaway. Thanks to our amazing community sponsors, TWO classrooms will be chosen! Swing by, grab your checklist, and join the fun!

We’re here to help make going back to school just a little easier for families. Meet your teacher then come to the park for dinner and fun!

08/09/2025

This review says it all—Jessica is the kind of Realtor who puts people first.
From first-time buyers to forever homes, she brings patience, honesty, and care to every step.

Let’s help her keep doing what she does best—go like her page and cheer on a local neighbor! Jessica Plummer Real Estate Team Sales & Staging, Land & Home Real Estate

Sometimes, the right house doesn't present itself quickly. It can take 15-20+ showings to find you 'the one'! I am not going to rush or 'sell' you on a house. Purchasing a home is a HUGE financial decision that should not be taken lightly.

Lucky for me, I really loved working with these clients. We have stayed in touch, and they even invited me over to see the progress on the updates they have done! Now, I get to find their son a home. I feel very fortunate that I can build relationships with clients that started out as complete strangers.

Thank you, Sheryl, for leaving me such a kind review!

08/08/2025

✨ Local Spotlight | Jessica Plummer, Realtor - Land & Home Real Estate ✨

From first homes to forever ones, Jessica Plummer is walking alongside individuals and families across Central Illinois—helping them find more than just a house, but a place that truly feels like home.

She’s a trusted Realtor and a skilled home stager, sure—but more than that, Jessica is part of what makes this community special. Whether she’s cheering on local kids, partnering with small businesses, or simply being a friendly face at community events—Jessica is invested right here, just like the rest of us.

⭐️ We believe small towns thrive when we support one another—and today we’re asking you to help a local neighbor grow.

Take a second to like her page and invite your friends to do the same! You can do that right from her profile—we’ll drop a quick how-to in the comments.

Every like, comment, and share helps our local people keep doing what they love—right here at home. 💛

08/07/2025

UPDATE (9:20 am): We are fully funded for two giveaways!! Thank you!
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Thank you again to all of the wonderful community members who have stepped up to make this possible! We're currently $50 shy of our new goal to sponsor two classroom lunches and gifts if you'd still like to get involved!

UPDATE (8/5 12:30 pm): Our community is incredible. Only two more $25 donations needed to sponsor TWO classroom giveaways. Thank you all so much!!
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We’re gearing up for Cantrall Elementary & Intermediate Schools’ Meet the Teacher Night, and we’re excited to announce a special Classroom Giveaway! We need your help to make it happen! 💛

Hello, Athens will be at the event with a fun checklist for students to complete. One lucky student who enters will win a sponsored lunch for their entire classroom!

We’re looking for local businesses or generous community members to sponsor in $25 increments, helping us hit our $300 goal to cover the cost of the meal, goodies, and—if we raise a little extra—some surprise treats for the teacher and the winning student! 🎉

Can you help us reach our goal?
Comment below, message us, or email [email protected]. Let’s kick off the school year with a little extra joy—and bless a local classroom while we’re at it! I

08/06/2025

September 6 is a day in the City of Athens Illinois that we are looking forward to—and you should too!

Music & Merchants is a full day of family fun with live music, food vendors, local shopping, sidewalk painting, inflatables, a car show, and more! Whether you're here to enjoy the party or want to be part of it, there's something for everyone—including the chance to join “Paint the Walk,” proudly hosted by Hello, Athens and sponsored by The Corner Cup!

Check out all the ways to participate and make some memories on Main Street! 💛

08/06/2025

✨ Local Spotlight | James C. Myers, Mortgage Loan Officer, Alliance Community Bank ✨

When it comes to buying or building a home, having someone local you can trust makes all the difference—and James Myers is exactly that kind of person.

As a mortgage lender with Alliance Community Bank, James brings not just expertise, but a steady hand and a hometown heart to the process. Whether you’re buying your first home, refinancing your current one, or starting fresh with new construction, he’s here to guide you every step of the way.

Raised with small-town values and a passion for helping people, James understands that homeownership isn’t just about paperwork—it’s about dreams, stability, and the people you share those four walls with.

James says:
“I truly enjoy what I do. It’s about helping people reach big milestones and feel confident as they move forward.”

If you’re thinking about making a move—or just have questions about where to start—James is always happy to chat. Because in a place like Athens, that kind of service isn’t just professional—it’s personal.

If you’ve had a great experience working with James, drop a comment to say thank you! ✨