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Here are some of the most-read stories, blogs, and announcements on Oconee Patch this past week.

Victims of Fatal Crash on Hale Road Identified

The Georgia State Patrol says a man from Athens and another from Madison died in Monday evening's accident in Oconee County.

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The alleged abuse reportedly occurred over the last six years, according to Oconee County Sheriff Scott Berry. An arrest doesn't mean a conviction.

Second Man Charged with Robbery in Starbucks' Tip Jar Theft

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The 17 year old was booked into the jail on Thursday. An arrest doesn't mean a conviction.

Alleged Stalker Turns Himself In

The Oconee County Sheriff's Office reports 20-year-old Brett Almand Benson surrendered at the jail on Tuesday.

 

Local Connections

Purple Bows in Watkinsville Will Raise Awareness for Relay for Life

Mayor Charles Ivie has issued a proclamation to "Paint the Town Purple" for the month of March.


Arts

'A Journey in Quilts' Showcases Full Range of Artists

The show this weekend at the Oconee County Civic Center features works by members of the Cotton Patch Quilters.

Photos: March is Youth Art Month at OCAF

The exhibit features work by K-12 art students from public and private schools in Oconee County.

 

Schools

Accreditation Team Gives Good Marks to Oconee County Schools

The team wrapped up a four-day visit with a brief overview of its findings on Wednesday.

Athens Academy Student Kajal Patel Loses Battle with Immune Disorder

Students wore red Tuesday in honor of the seventh grader's memory.

 

Opinion

Will Raising the Minimum Wage Help or Hurt Workers?

During his State of the Union address, President Barack Obama said it was wrong for a full-time worker to end up earning just $14,500 a year. So should the minimum wage be raised?

Is It Unfair to Be White?

The University of Wisconsin is sponsoring a campaign that it says is aimed at teaching respect for diverse cultures.

 

Local Voices

Oconee County Commissioners Made Appointments Inconsistent With Governing Agreements by Lee Becker

AAHS Needs Dog Foster Parents! by Amanda Newsom

 

Announcements

2013 Survivor Reception - Relay For Life of Oconee County

Athens Academy to Host 'Color & Clay: Art in Harmony'

 

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