Business

Caterpillar Posts Job Opportunities for Oconee-Athens Area

Nine positions are currently being advertised.

Police and Fire

Fire Ravages Oconee Workshop, Sets Off Small Propane Tank Explosions

The fire on a Parker Creek Road property spread into the woods but firefighters were able to protect a nearby house, authorities report.

Video and Photos: 2012 Night of Blue Lights

Hundreds gathered Saturday at Oconee Veterans Park to witness more than 90 vehicles from about two dozen law enforcement agencies simultaneously flash their blue lights to honor fallen peace officers and raise money for Concerns of Police Survivors.

Sentence Handed Down to Oconee Sheriff's Brother for Child Exploitation, Marijuana Manufacture

Glenn Berry will serve 15 years of a 60-year sentence in prison.

Schools

Oconee School Board Names Only One Superintendent Finalist

Jason Branch, principal of South Forsyth High School in Forsyth County and a UGA grad, is picked.

Oconee County High's Berta Franzluebber Selected as Region 4 STAR Student

She's now in the running for the state STAR title, which will be awarded during an April 23 banquet in Atlanta.

Elections

Oconee County Backs Gingrich

With 47.5 percent of the vote, Newt Gingrich is Oconee's top choice for the GOP nomination.

Opinion

Latest News and Notes from the Oconee County Sheriff's Office

Chief Deputy Lee Weems discusses why you should be careful about what you post on the Internet, neighborhood watch programs, and how to check if 911 calls from your residence will be routed to the correct county.

What's in a Name?

Can an unusual baby name have negative effects?