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Here are some of the most-read stories, blogs, and announcements on Oconee Patch this past week.
Police and Fire
Someone stole a $15,000 ATV, among other items, from a construction site in Athens, Ga.
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Elections
Sheriff Scott Berry and challenger Snellville Police Detective Cpl. Trey Downs faced off during Thursday night's political forum, held at North Oconee High School in Oconee County, Ga.
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The two Republican candidates seeking the Georgia House District 117 seat disagree about time tables used to determine fetus viability.
Sports
The award recognizes outstanding athletic excellence, high standards of academic achievement and exemplary character demonstrated on and off the field.
Business
Danielle Barron says Massage Envy operates with the following mission: "Better life, better world, better communities through our hands."
Schools
The 10-cent increase across the board goes into effect next school year.
by Misty Shay Cole
You have car insurance, homeowner's insurance, health insurance. What about emergency insurance? Think you don't need it? Think again.
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