Pregnant Mom, Unborn Child Die in Wreck; Bodies of Missing Fishermen Found; Citizen Captures DUI Suspect

Other top news from North Georgia: Trapped children rescued from under fallen tree after storm; 4 armed men in home invasion; 'Incendiary device' used in arson.

Top Blogs: Between the Lines, New Big Box Store Surfaces, Buck Needs a Home

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County Expecting $55 Million in 2015 SPLOST Revenues, Commission Chairman Told Farmland Gathering

You Going to Serve That Expired Salad Dressing? Really?

Read about the area restaurants with high scores and those where critical violations were noted.

Macy's Accuses 60-Year-Old Woman of Shoplifting Undies

A collection of some of the strange crimes police in North Georgia handle.

Readers Agree: Extra-Terrestrial Beings Have Visited Earth

Poll respondents also shared a united view regarding Dennis Rodman's basketball diplomacy.

National Weather Service: Flooding Possible in Oconee and Clarke Counties

The amount of rain we've had may mean small streams and creeks will flood.

OYP presents SHREK the Musical

Cold Blooded: January Weather Hurts Red Cross Donations

Now's the time to donate blood locally: We looked through the numbers to show you how significant your donations really are.

Spice Up Your Steak with This Thyme Red Wine Sauce

Try this recipe for a rich sauce that pairs perfectly with beef.

State Department Issues Travel Alert for Sochi Olympics

Americans traveling to the Games this year should be vigilant of their surroundings, officials said.

Visiting Relative Dies in Fire; Husband Charged After Wife's Body Found; High-Speed Wreck Caught on Video

Other top news in north Georgia: Man shot, killed in Peoplestown; North Georgia bald eagles nest online; $25K reward in search for Douglas County robbers.

"Lone Survivor": Trailer and Reviews

A movie about a compromised mission in Afghanistan.

Best Blogs on Patch: Winter Weather

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Today's Good News: Beautiful Sunset, Live Eagles and Bingo Time

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North Georgia Bald Eagles Nesting Live Online

The eagles have landed at Berry College in Rome, Georgia.

Target: Data For 70M Customers Breached

The retailer had earlier said 40 million customers had sensitive data stolen, like credit card numbers, debit card PINs and email addresses.

VIDEO + Review of 'August: Osage County' — Calling All Masochists

Cinema Siren gives the film two stars.

It's January 10th: You can have a Resolution Do Over!

POLL: Should Schools Ease 'Zero Tolerance' Policies?

The Obama administration has issued guidelines aimed at keeping students in the classroom.

When Can I File My 2013 Tax Return?

For Oconee County residents who like to get a jump on filing their 1040 form, E-file and Free File can speed refunds, IRS says.

Today's Good News: Helping Others Save Lives, Better Weather and a Big Grant

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What's Playing on the Movie Screens in the Oconee County Area

Check local theaters for movie times.

Bearded Winder Man Arrested in Shaving Cream Shoplifting Incident

The information in this story comes from the Oconee County Sheriff's Office. An arrest isn't the same thing as a conviction.

Jackpots Totaling $100 Million Up for Grabs This Weekend

Here’s what Georgia Lottery players could win in the drawings set for Friday and Saturday.

Mother was Driving with Children and Open Bottles of Alcohol in the Car

A collection of top Patch stories from North Georgia.

OCAF Annual Thrift Sale

Cisplatin Side Effects Blunted When Combined with Aspirin

UGA researchers combined the two in Platin-A to reduce inflammation.

Failure to Yield Right of Way Leads to Collision for Watkinsville Woman

The information in this story comes from the ACC Police Department. An arrest isn't the same as a conviction.

Women Needed for Health Department Focus Group--$20 Gift Cards Given!

Lera Lynn, Hobos and Shrek--Just Part of What's Happening This Weekend

If you plan carefully, and get a break on traffic, you can take in a lot!

5 Things to Know: Velveeta Cheese Shortage, Fatal Case of Bird Flu Reported

Here are some interesting and important things to know for the coming week.

[VIDEO] How to Put That Fruitcake to Good Use

Hint: it's not what you think.

Women Needed for Health Department Focus Group--$20 Gift Cards Given!

Adult Son Arrested for Assault in Incident Involving His Parents

The information in this story comes from the Oconee County Sheriff's office. An arrest isn't the same thing as a conviction.

BBB Advises: Don’t Get Smoked Out by a Chimney Sweep Scam this Winter

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Newly Discovered Gene Helps Develop Human Diaphragm

The gene may also play a major role in the development of a life-threatening birth defect called congenital diaphragmatic hernia.

MoroccanOil combo $40

POLL: Is Dennis Rodman's 'Basketball Diplomacy' Helpful or Harmful?

The former NBA star is facing criticism for not doing more to help those endangered by the North Korean regime.