we lived in Athens, Georgia, for 5 years in the 70's. it was a good place to live. college town, small city, 1 hour to Atlanta. easy drive north to view the fall foliage. lower cost of living for us (we came in from Hawaii). thanks to uncle sam we found this gem of a town. navy supply corp school is were I got sent. two of my kids were born here. I have fond memories of Athens.