Attic Catches on Fire at Home on Chaddwyck Drive

Oconee County firefighters were called to extinguish the blaze.

Budge Williams Headed to Federal Prison on Child Porn Charges

The former local newspaper columnist was on probation at the time of the arrest for a conviction of a weapons violation.

Former Parapro Found Guilty on Two Counts

Jeremy Wetzel has been convicted of possessing computer pornography and furnishing obscene material to a minor via electronic transmission.

Wandering Toddler Was Found Safe in Nearby Field

Dozens of volunteers with Oconee County Fire and Rescue teamed up with sheriff's deputies to locate the missing girl Monday night.

Break-in Reported at Oconee Baptist Church of Bishop

A window was busted in the sanctuary.

Seven Booked on DUI Charges in Oconee County

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

Longtime Friend and Waffle House Customer Says Misty Myrick Loved Everybody

"Her smile would just cheer you up," David Shouse said of the waitress from Oglethorpe County who was murdered in Oconee County.

Sheriff's Office Works Around the Clock on Murder Investigation

Chief Deputy Lee Weems of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office says every deputy became an investigator once the body of Misty Myrick was found.

Roadside Memorial Started Where Murder Victim was Found

A teddy bear, flowers, and a heart shaped box have been placed along Simonton Bridge Road in Oconee County where the body of Misty Myrick was discovered on May 29.

Daughter of Oconee County Murder Victim Says Arrest Brought Closure to her Heart

Misty Myrick's 15-year-old daughter wants her mother's story to be told.

Arrest Made in Murder of Waffle House Waitress

A 78-year-old man is accused of killing the 38-year-old mother from Oglethorpe County.

Missing Elderly Oconee County Man Found Safe

The missing person advisory for Donald Spielman, 88, has been canceled.

GBI Crime Lab Rules Death of Woman Found on Roadside in Oconee County a Homicide

The Oconee County Sheriff's Office isn't releasing details about the manner in which the victim was killed.

Oconee County Sheriff's Office: Body Found on Simonton Bridge Road

Deputies were on the scene between Broadlands Drive and Norton Road where a woman's body was located Wednesday afternoon.

Athens Police Seek Help in Identifying Theft Suspects

Police say they may be involved in entering and removing valuables from cars.

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.

Custom Wheels and Tires Swiped from Cutlass

The following information was supplied by the Watkinsville, Ga. police department.

Oconee EMA Helps Injured Bicyclist on Heritage Park Trail

National EMS stabilized the patient, and she was brought out with the four-wheeler from the wooded area.

Two Shoplifting Arrests and Four Charged with Probation Violation in Oconee County

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

Watkinsville Man Charged with Drug Offenses Near Athens Elementary School

The 18 year old was taken into custody Wednesday on an outstanding warrant and also faces a slew of drug charges. An arrest isn't a conviction.

Watkinsville Police 'Keep the Peace' During Domestic Dispute

The following information was supplied by the Watkinsville, Ga. police department.

Burglary and Battery Charges in Latest Oconee County Arrest Report

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

Heaton Ordered To Keep Ankle Monitor, Remain in Oconee County

A Clarke County judge rejected a request from William Wilson Heaton to remove his ankle monitor and move to Bartow County.

Bike Thefts Reported to Oconee Sheriff's Office and Watkinsville Police

Four bicycles were snatched during the past two weeks.

Aggravated Stalking and Deposit Account Fraud Charges in Oconee County Arrest Report

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

Woman Lands in Jail After Threatening to Blow Up Car and Other Strange News

Here are some strange activities police encountered in Northeast Georgia recently.

Two Motorcyclists Charged Following Wreck in Oconee County

They each face charges of failure to maintain lane, passing in a no passing zone and too fast for conditions.

Citizen Tip Leads to Arrests in Theft of Landscaping Equipment

Three suspects are facing charges.

Athens Man Accused of Pointing Gun in Oconee County Road Rage Incident

The suspect was jailed Sunday on charges of aggravated assault and DUI. An arrest isn't a conviction.

Latest Oconee Arrests Include Charges of Aggravated Assault, Battery, DUI

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

Chase in Walton County Leads to Motorcycle Crash in Oconee County

Authorities report multiple injuries but no fatalities.

Handyman Sentenced for Assault and Battery of Elderly Oconee County Woman

Jacob Potter Wagner will spend 30 years in prison and serve 20 years on probation.

Obstruction, Burglary and Shoplifting Charges in Latest Oconee Arrest Report

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

Grease Fire Chars Section of Kitchen

An Oconee County man used a garden hose to extinguish the flames.

Second Suspect Charged with Burglary of Watkinsville Home

Police say they found the woman inside when they went to check on the residence Wednesday. An arrest isn't a conviction.

Oconee County Deputies Make Arrest in Burglary Case

A television and power tools reported stolen from a home on Watson Springs Road Tuesday were recovered in Madison County. An arrest isn't a conviction.

Watkinsville Police Charge Man with Burglary and Theft Following Traffic Stop

The suspect was found driving a stolen pickup truck after allegedly having taken the vehicle's keys from inside of a Cedar Drive residence earlier in the day, police say. An arrest isn't a conviction.

Watkinsville Police Investigate Attempted Break-in

The following information was supplied by the Watkinsville, Ga. police department.

Sheriff's Office Asking Residents to be 'Vigilant' in Light of Recent Home, Storage Shed Thefts

Anyone who observes suspicious activity is asked to call 911 immediately. Find out what information the sheriff's office would like for you to try to provide.

Suspect Charged with Theft of Catalytic Converters from Oconee Business

The Winder resident is also facing charges in Jackson County.