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Here are some of the most-read stories, blogs, and announcements on Oconee Patch this past week.
Arrest Made in Case of Assault on Oconee Walmart Security Guard
A 24-year-old resident of Pinewood Estates South mobile home park has been charged with aggravated assault. An arrest does not mean a conviction.
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Shoplifting Suspect Accused of Biting Oconee Walmart Security Guard
The man also reportedly tussled with another loss prevention officer, which caused an open wound to the employee's knee. An arrest doesn't mean a conviction.
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Van Smashes Through Chandlee Jewelers Storefront
No one was seriously injured in the accident Wednesday afternoon, but one customer was transported to an area hospital for treatment.
Watkinsville Man Accused of Brandishing Folding Pruning Saw During Fight
The 46-year-old on the day before Thanksgiving was charged with terroristic threats and acts. An arrest does not mean a conviction.
The recruitment will happen on Monday, December 3, at the GDOL Career Center off North Avenue on Evelyn Neely Drive.
Georgia Club Foundation Tour of Homes to Benefit Oconee Food for Kids
The Georgia Club Foundation Christmas Tour of Homes welcomes you "Home for the Holidays" Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012, from 1- 6 p.m. at The Georgia Club.
Watkinsville Christmas Parade: Share Your Photos!
It was a beautiful day for a parade. What was your favorite part?
Retiring Oconee County Tax Commissioner Honored for Decades of Service (Video)
The Board of Commissioners passed a resolution Tuesday declaring Dec. 2, 2012 "Harriette Browning Day."
So What is the Fiscal Cliff and Isn't it Time We Figured Out How to Avoid Going Over It?
President Obama is back in campaign mode, touring the country to raise awareness about the 'looming fiscal cliff.' But isn't it now time for Washington to stop talking and do something?
Should Tobacco Companies Have to Admit They Deceived the People in Ads?
Is the publishing of "truth" ads by the tobacco companies a wise use of funding? Could it not be better used another way?
Oconee County and Walton County Votes On Hard Labor Creek Loan Postponed to January by Lee Becker
Healthy Sweet Potato Soup Recipe by Clint Watson
Oconee County Commissioners Call For Drafting Of Resolution Supporting Overhaul Of House Redistricting by Lee Becker
Boy Scouts & Rotary Light the Elder's Mill Covered Bridge
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