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Oconee Today -- June 20

It's the first official day of summer!

Weather: Another dose of sunshine is in today's forecast.  The National Weather Service predicts we'll see highs in the low 90s. The next chance of showers (20 percent) comes on Saturday.

Observances: Happy Summer Solstice! Today is the first day of summer and the longest day of daylight for those of us living in the northern hemisphere.

The summer solstice occurs when the earth's axial tilt is closest to the sun. Did you know that in the Arctic Circle, there will be 24 hours of daylight, and in Antarctica there will be 24 hours of nighttime?

What do you plan to do to celebrate the first day of summer? Tell us in comments. 

Top things to know:

  • Both the Bogart and Oconee County libraries host Storytime for young children today.  See our events calendar for more. 
  • Volunteers are needed to help with the Fourth of July Spectacular. Learn more by contacting the .
  • Wednesday night is Trivia Night at Watkinsville.  It begins at 7:30 p.m.


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Mary McQuinn June 5, 2013 at 03:44 pm
Thanks everyone for your generosity! We raised enough!
Bryan Chandlee-Exum June 6, 2013 at 02:53 pm
What a lovely gesture and thank goodness the money was raised. I seem to keep getting the news toRead More late. my fault I am sure. I would like to know of any other donations needed in the future, would love to help Misty's daughter Tabitha if I can.
Mary McQuinn June 7, 2013 at 12:00 am
Update A college fund has been set up for Misty Myrick's daughter. Those who wish to make aRead More donation can go to any Pinnacle Bank account number is 5255142 Edward or Tabitha Taylor. If you are unable to get to the bank you can mail it to 3140 Lexington Rd. Athens Ga 30603 Thanks & God Bless!
Rosalyn Holl January 2, 2013 at 05:51 pm
Thank you, Rep. Broun, for standing up for your beliefs. In doing so, you have represented theRead More best interest of the American people. Please keep on.this track for the sake of America.
Bill Caputi January 3, 2013 at 04:49 pm
Imagine that! A mockery of a representative calling an issue a mockery! How much of his outrageousRead More salary and benefit package is he willing to give up? And what he calls fact is seriously distorted information. Good leaders don't run and hide from an issue and then blame others for their shortcomings... I realize good leaders are hard to find.... but, why do we continue to tolerate mediocrity? A vacant seat would be just as effective as this congressman... actually, as I think about it, probably more effective.
Stephanie Gross (Editor) May 16, 2013 at 05:41 pm
Beautiful, Cindy. Thanks for sharing!
Sharon Swanepoel (Editor) May 16, 2013 at 06:17 pm
Love those pictures - and congratulations to the graduates. You can also post a personalRead More congratulations to your graduate in announcements on Patch as well.
Tammy Osier May 22, 2013 at 12:53 am
What a beautiful young girl Nicosha Pugh is! Love her hair! I'm sure they are all so proud as areRead More their parents! Unforgettable day for graduates!
Stephanie Gross (Editor) May 8, 2013 at 01:54 pm
Beautiful photos as always, David! Thanks for sharing.
Sharon Swanepoel (Editor) May 8, 2013 at 01:54 pm
Beautiful flowers David - I love spring. Now if it would just show up before summer hits this year!
Stephanie Gross (Editor) May 14, 2013 at 02:08 pm
Erin and Charlotte, Thanks for adding your photos to the mix!