Limestone County is one of the fastest growing counties in the state of Alabama. One of the county’s leaders updated the community at an event this week.
ATHENS, Ala. — Limestone County is one of the fastest growing counties in the state of Alabama. Earlier Thursday, Limestone County Commission Chairman Collin Daly shared a county update with the 2024 State of the County. “You know, it’s always great to highlight your county. We’ve got a great economic team running. We’ve created 260 jobs, you know, $97 million worth of investment,” he explained.
Athens State University President Dr. Catherine Wehlburg shared how it’s positively impacting their institution. “Our enrollment for fall semester is up over 7%, and our new student numbers are up over 20%. and this does not happen by accident.”
Chairman Daly said witnessing such continuous growth is a major benefit. But with that also leaves just one thing to worry about. “Quality of life. You know, …