Sunday, January 15, 2012
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Sunday, January 15, 2012
Obituaries UGA Professor Conrad Fink is Dead at 80 The legendary journalism teacher and former AP executive dies from prostate cancer. Government Ivie Leads First Meeting As Mayor of Watkinsville Newly minted Mayor Charles Ivie gave a report about an upcoming essay contest and city cleanup effort on Wednesday. Schools Schools Consolidation Plan Approved By Regents The Board of Regents voted Tuesday to approve University System of Georgia Chancellor Hank Huckaby’s recommendation to consolidate eight of the System’s 35 colleges and universities. Neighborhood Files Did You Know THIS About Your Neighbor? Meet the new Oconee County Middle School band director, Jon Cotton. Opinion Don't Mess With Mama How far would you go to protect your…
Sunday, January 1, 2012
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Sunday, January 1, 2012
Police and Fire Beware of Police Impersonators Athens-Clarke County Police and Oconee County Sheriff's Department offer advice to keep you safe. Electronic Control Device Used to Subdue 'Belligerent' Shoplifting Suspect A Dowdy Road man faces charges of obstruction of a law enforcement officer shoplifting following the Dec. 23 incident. An arrest does not mean a conviction. Crime Report: String of Shoplifting Incidents Around Holidays The following information was gathered from Oconee County Sheriff's Office reports and highlights incidents reported Dec. 19-28. Business Oconee Restaurant Inspections Take a look at recent health inspections. Free Coffee All Day, Every Day for All Customers of Jack's Food Mart The convenience store and gas…
Sunday, June 19, 2011
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Sunday, June 19, 2011
Fatal Accident Under Investigation It could take months to investigate Wednesday's two-car accident on Ga. 316 near Jimmy Daniel Road that claimed the lives of a Bishop couple. Former Youth Minister Who Pleaded Guilty to Child Molestation in Barrow Also Enters Guilty Plea in Oconee Brian Richard Gray, 33, of Winder is to serve 15 years in prison and 10 years probation for the crimes. Lightning Sparks Multiple Fires Saturday's storms kept Oconee County firefighters busy as they battled two house fires and cleared downed trees from roadways. Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Comes to North Georgia Popular TV show to surprise area family; looking for volunteers to help. 113th District Candidates Discuss Issues at Oconee Forum The four state …
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Here are some of the most-read stories on Oconee Patch this past week.
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Sunday, May 15, 2011
Some Ways Our World Has Changed Since 9/11 After the death of Osama bin Laden, About Oconee columnist Dan Matthews discusses some of the ways society has changed in the decade since 9/11. After 14 Years, Band Director Says Goodbye to Oconee Oconee County Middle School Band Director Bryan Agan announces his resignation and acceptance of a position at South Effingham Middle School beginning with the 2011- 2012 school year. Don't Squash these Bugs! University of Georgia entomologists are asking for the public’s help in tracking periodic cicadas, which haven't been around for 13 years. Titans Play Hard, Fall to Spartans Although North Oconee ended a great season with a 2-0 loss to Greater Atlanta Christian during the boys state soccer …
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Here are some of the most-read stories on Oconee Patch this past week.
Jones Resigns Superior Court Post After word of his U.S. Senate confirmation as a federal jurist in the Northern District of Georgia's Atlanta Division on Feb. 28, Judge Steve Jones officially resigned his superior court position in the Tenth District Western Judicial Circuit on March 2. Jones thanked the citizens of both Oconee and Athens-Clarke Counties and took photos with law enforcement officers and court officials Bites Nearby: The Big Easy Café Bites Nearby is a weekly feature that highlights a local eatery. On March 4, writer Judy Long discussed the various New Orleans style dishes that The Big Easy Café offers. Connor Hatch: The Ultimate 2-Sport, Multiple Position Player Connor Hatch, an 11-year-old basketball and baseball …
