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Police and Fire

Alleged Drug Deal at New Oconee RaceTrac Leads to Meth Charges

Oconee County Sheriff's deputies last week investigated a report of a drug deal in the parking lot of the convenience store on Monroe Highway. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

Two Men Arrested At Oconee County Middle School on Charges Related to Theft of ATV

The theft reportedly occurred at a Bishop shop overnight Wednesday to Thursday. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

The scam took place Monday in the parking lot of Home Depot on Epps Bridge Road, according to an incident report at the Oconee County Sheriff's Office.

Awareness

Videos: Highlights from the Oconee County Relay for Life Kickoff

The theme for 2013 is "A Century of Saving Lives...Music to our Ears!"

Elections

Flash Poll: No Clear Winner in Monday Night's Debate

Not surprisingly, Republican respondents said Mitt Romney won and Democrats said Barack Obama won. But Democratic respondents were much stronger in their opinion.

Schools

Four Athens Academy Faculty Members to Receive Distinguished Service Awards

The Georgia Independent School Association will honor the educators in November for having dedicated at least 25 years of service to independent schools.

Opinion

Good Housekeeping

How do women juggle motherhood and housework?

Local Voices

Frankenstorm Sandy and Her Impact on the U.S. by North Georgia Weather

Oconee County Chamber of Commerce Joins Board of Education in Opposing State Charter School Amendment by Lee Becker

Announcements

Children and families thrive at ESP Fall Festival

OCHS Warrior Marching Band Is Superior

NOHS Titan Regiment Named Grand Champion at Marching Festival

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