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Here are some of the most-read stories on Oconee Patch this past week.
Police and Fire
A spokesperson for the Georgia State Patrol confirmed that Alex Fowlin, who is 10 and not 11 as reported, did not die in the Rockdale County Wreck on Saturday night.
Schools
Find out what's happening in Oconeewith free, real-time updates from Patch.
School-wide recipients will be honored at a reception later this month where the system-wide winner will also be named.
Government
Find out what's happening in Oconeewith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Road widening projects are seen by supporters as a way to improve infrastructure for economic development. But critics say projects aren't necessary and would eliminate "pastoral" setting.
Business
Rose of Athens Theatre's motto is "Professional Theatre. Community Spirit."
Neighborhood Files
Meet Mike Horsman, owner of SPEEDWELL Cars in Watkinsville.
Opinion
Some Ways Our World Has Changed Since 9/11
Two brothers face MMA combat in one of the best sports movies I have seen in years. If you're not careful, you may take a punch to the heart in this emotional film that will surely get some Oscar consideration.
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