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Governor Nathan Deal says the state will return Bibles to guest cabins and lodge rooms at Georgia parks following their recent removal by Georgia Department of Natural Resources managers, MyFoxAtlanta.com reports. Credit MorgueFile

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Governor Deal Says Yes to Bibles Back In State Parks

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Job Roundup for Sunday, May 19

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Photos: 'A Century of Saving Lives...Music to our Ears!'

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Family Fun Day to Kick off Summer Reading Program

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Bike Thefts Reported to Oconee Sheriff's Office and Watkinsville Police

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Gov. Nathan Deal and the First Lady Sandra Deal spoke on the importance of childhood education at the GOP Convention in Athens on Saturday, May 18, 2013. Credit Bruce Williamson

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Georgia Governor and First Lady Speak at GOP Convention in Athens

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Possibility of Storms This Weekend, NWS Says Timing 'Is a Crap Shoot at This Point'

By North Georgia Weather | Saturday, May 18 | 55 comments

Weather for Entire Southeast

Heavy rain with potential flash flooding may be the norm for this weekend.
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Bravisimo! - The Tuesday Farmers Market Begins

By Oconee Farmers Market | Friday, May 17

Check out the Tuesdays Oconee Farmers Market for a one-stop-shopping experience. Stock your fridge and create the night's menu on your way home from work!
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Busy week (and a half) of soccer

By Oconee Soccer Alliance | Friday, May 17

Very busy week (and a half) of soccer!
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The Friday Rant!!!!!!

By Ryan Brooks | Friday, May 17 | 23 comments

A place to rant and vent your frustrations...
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Norm's Tasting Notes: Rodney Strong Pinot Noir

By Norm Bentley | Thursday, May 16

Grilled Steelhead an Russian River Pinot Noir make for a great dinner...
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24 Greensboro Hwy, Watkinsville, GA 30677
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Main Street Yarns and Fibers
100 S Barnett Shoals Rd, Watkinsville, GA 30677
706-769-5531

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Georgia Spa Company
1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy, Athens, GA 30606
706-227-4522

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