La Cabaña de Don Juan Expands into Oconee County

The family-owned, family-operated restaurant opened on Sept. 17 in the Oconee Plaza Shopping Center.

Three Unlocked Vehicles Entered on VFW Drive

Watkinsville Police say they've identified a suspect.

Accused Shoplifter Crosses Guard Line with Drugs, Oconee Detention Officer Says

The 19-year-old Athens man faces multiple charges. An arrest isn't a conviction.

Construction Equipment Stolen from Property on Lavista Road

The residence is currently undergoing renovations for sale.

Drug Offenses, Hit-and-Run Appear in Latest Oconee County Arrest Report

The following information was supplied by the Oconee County Jail. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

Bogart Man Charged with Interfering with 911 Call

The following information was supplied by the Oconee County Jail. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

Burglary Suspect Hid for Two Hours Under Vacant House, Oconee Deputies Say

The man, who's reportedly wanted on felony charges in Florida, said he'd been napping. An arrest isn't a conviction

Police: Man Shows up Drunk to Pick up Friend from Parking Lot of Police Department

Watkinsville Police charged the 44-year-old from Athens with DUI and driving while license suspended. An arrest isn't a conviction.

Four Females--A Mother, Two Daughters and a Friend--Apprehended for Shoplifting

The accused shoplifters had torn off some tags on the merchandise so assessing their price was difficult.

Racing and Disorderly Conduct Charges Logged at the Oconee County Jail

The following information was supplied by the Oconee County Jail. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

Deputies Use Tasers to Subdue Oconee County Man

Oconee County Sheriff's deputies responded to a domestic call where a shot had been fired Saturday night on Cobblestone Lane.

ERASE Seeks to Raise Awareness of Child Sexual Exploitation

The free event is open to the community and begins at 6:30pm.

Computer Reported Stolen from Church in Oconee County

Oconee County Sheriff's deputies were called to Watkinsville First Baptist Church on Simonton Bridge Road to investigate.

Shoplifting, Probation Violation Charges in Latest Oconee County Arrest Report

The following information was supplied by the Oconee County Jail. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

Guilty Verdict Returned in Oconee County Child Molestation Case

The trial of John David Cooper of Watkinsville lasted three days.

Cash Reportedly Taken from Wallet at Oconee County Library

More Than a Dozen DUI Arrests Made in Oconee County Over the Weekend

The following information was supplied by the Oconee County Jail. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

DUI Suspect Carried Cash and Marijuana, Sheriff's Deputies Say

Bolton gave authorities a Lawrenceville address but lived in Athens two years ago.

Mower Stolen from Shed on Maple Lane

An Oconee County Sheriff's deputy was called to investigate.

Drug Charges and Shoplifting Arrests in Oconee County Jail Report

The following information was supplied by the Oconee County Jail. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

Van Runs Red Light, Strikes Two Vehicles in Watkinsville

Only one minor injury was reported.

Buying That Candy Doesn't Help the Middle School Band

If you have doubts about door-to-door sales, try to learn more about the seller.

Motor Vehicle Theft and Burglary Charges Appear in Oconee County Jail Docket

The following information was supplied by the Oconee County Jail. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

Georgia State Patrol Gearing up for Busy Labor Day Travel Period

Troopers are teaming up with law enforcement officials from across the state for Operation Zero Tolerance.

Oconee Woman Reports Home Entered, Keys Stolen

Deputies were called to the home on Robinhood Road on Aug. 27.

DUI and Disorderly Conduct Charges in Latest Oconee County Arrest Report

The following information was supplied by the Oconee County Jail. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

Watkinsville Police Handle Incidents Involving Traffic, Arguments, Fights and Domestic Violence

During the week that ended Sunday, August 25th, the Watkinsville Police Department responded to 32 calls for assistance inside the city.

Oconne County Firefighters Complete Firefighter II Course

The 68-hour course began earlier in the summer.

Lowe's Reports Trailers Stolen from Oconee County Store

The two flatbed landscape trailers are worth $1,000 each.

Thief Siphons Gas from Truck, Steals Cash and Lawn Equipment

About three quarters of a tank of gas was stolen from the vehicle, which had been parked in the driveway of an Oconee County residence.

UPDATE: K-9 Orion Recovering After 'Near Fatal Snake Bite'

Quick actions by handler Sgt. Shane Partain of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office helped save his partner's life.

Knife Found in Student's Backpack at Oconee County High School

The 15 year old reportedly told a school official that he'd brought it to school by accident.

UPDATE: Law Enforcement Findings Dispute Mother's Claims About Treatment of Her Autistic Son

The findings of investigators contrast sharply with what the mother said.

Leaky Tanker Truck Leads to Warrant Arrest

Watkinsville police took the driver into custody on a child neglect warrant out of Union County. An arrest isn't a conviction.

UPDATE: Autistic Child Exits School Bus With Blood on His Face; Mother Wants Answers

The family moved to Oconee County to take advantage of a program for autistic children.

Driver Flees from Oconee Deputies, Crashes in Athens

The chase Friday night that started along GA 316 reportedly reached speeds of up to 100 mph. An arrest isn't a conviction.

Aggravated Stalking, Fleeing Charges in Latest Oconee County Arrest Report

The following information was supplied by the Oconee County Jail. An arrest does not mean a conviction.

Tractor-Trailer and Car Collide in Front of North Oconee High School

Two students were injured in the accident on GA Highway 53 Thursday morning, the Athens Banner-Herald reports.

Shoplifting Suspect Found Lying in Woods Next to Fence

The man fled from Walmart on Epps Bridge Parkway late Tuesday as Oconee County Sheriff's deputies arrived.

Watkinsville Police Investigate Multiple Traffic Accidents

No serious injuries were reported.