Police and Fire

Dental Assistant Accused of Fraudulently Obtaining Prescription Drugs

A Kroger pharmacist called Oconee County, Ga. authorities when she noticed an "out of the ordinary" prescription on July 19. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

Watkinsville Police Charge Teen With DUI, Failure to Yield to Pedestrian

The following information was supplied by the Watkinsville, Ga. police department. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

Found Child-Size Prosthetic Leg Still Unclaimed, Watkinsville Police Chief Says

The prosthetic leg was found on Barnett Shoals Road by a jogger on Monday.

Volunteers in the News

The Incredible Journey of Daisy - An Oconee Greyhound Lost and Found

"It's a story of resiliancy and hope. I didn't think my dog would be this resilient, I really didn't, but she's a survivor," says owner Lauren Whalen.

Business

Oconee Restaurant Inspections

A restaurant with a failing grade gets a follow-up inspection. All information was obtained from the Northeast Georgia Health District.

Elections

Oconee GOP: House District 117 Race Robo Calls Not Associated With Party

Candidate Regina Quick's campaign says it's also not responsible for the calls.

Local Voices

Oconee County Commissioners Accuse Chairman Davis of Playing Politics With Salary Increases - By Lee Becker

Things Were Different Then - By Brian Crawford

Announcements

Perspectives: Georgia Pottery Invitational - Volunteers Needed

Sample Ballots Available Online

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