Catalytic Converter Thefts Continue

The information in this story comes from the ACC Police Department.

Best Blogs on Patch: Remembering Newtown

Interested in blogging? Contact Patch Community Editor Liz Kennedy at liz.kennedy@patch.com for details.

2014 Bring One for the Chipper Christmas Tree Recycling

10 GoFundMe Fundraisers Ask For the Community's Help

Check out these campaigns on Patch sites in northeast Georgia.

BBB Advice: Protecting Your Home From A Decorating Disaster

Trends in Holiday Toys: Tetris Is Cool Again!

Here's a surprise: retailers are ordering fewer toys this year.

UGA to award first dual master’s degrees in social work, public health

Fewer than 40 social work and public health dual degree programs are offered nationwide, while demand for integrative health and social work training continues to rise.

Athens Police: Suspect Allegedly Assaults Two Men, Then Tweets About It

"[expletive] just got real at The Woodlands, I ain’t never scared!" said one Tweet.

'The Hobbit The Desolation of Smaug:' Jackson Makes Middle Movie in Middle Earth Marvelous

Cinema Siren gives the film four out of five stars. Movie opens in theaters Friday.

New Book by Local Patch Blogger Hits Amazon Hot New Releases Chart

The book, "Mismatched Shoes and Upside Down Pizza," is a collection of Lori Duff's humorous essays.

Armed Robbers Strike at Store, Charges Filed in Bus Accident and Woman Robbed in Driveway

A look at top stories from Patch sites across Georgia.

POLL: Should Airline Passengers Be Allowed to Talk on Cellphones During Flight?

Some air travelers are upset at the prospect of having to listen to conversations by fellow travelers.

2011 Santa Cristina Toscana

Christmas at the Classic Center Starts Saturday

A festival of decorated trees, ice skating, Santa, gingerbread houses, crafts--what more do you want?

Oconee County in Top Tier for 2013 High School Graduation Rate

North Oconee and Oconee County high schools had some of the highest graduation rates in the state.

Mega Millions Jackpot Reaches $400M

Friday's drawing becomes the second largest jackpot in the history of the multi-state game.

5 tips for having less stress this holiday season

Easy Mini-Meals You Can Make in a Muffin Tin

These meals are portable, easy to freeze in bulk and super-simple.

Town Hall: Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)

Athens Boy Needs Rare Tumor Removed

Matthew Burgess will need surgery at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.

$99 Wedding Dress Sale

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Bogart Homeowner Confronts Intruders, and They Elude Deputies and Dogs

The information in this story comes from an incident report in the Oconee County Sheriff's Office.

Avoid Holiday Stress

Massage therapy gift certificates on sale through Christmas!

Murder Suspect Captured, School Locked Down and Couple Indicted in Baby's Death

A look at top stories from Patch sites across Georgia.

POLL: Was Obama 'Selfie' Inappropriate?

Photo taken at Mandela memorial service has created an uproar.

OCAF's Holiday Artists' Shoppe Offers Something for Everyone

There are things for every budget and taste.

Economic forecast: Georgia’s economy will rise more than the national average next year

Georgia's economy will rise more than the national average, UGA economists say.

Southeastern Stamp Expo

5 Party-Perfect Christmas Cookie Recipes

Make these gorgeous sweet treats this weekend.

[VIDEO] The Best Mobile Apps for Organizing Coupons

Stop fumbling with scraps of cut-out paper coupons and save the high-tech way.

Holiday Artists' Shoppe

Kiplinger Ranks UGA #10 in Best Public College Value

Georgia moved up five spots, the magazine says.

Mingle with Kringle, Pancakes with the Grinch, and Puppetry Workshop for Kids

Weekend calendar is chock full of holiday events in and around Oconee County

OCAF Local Author Book Signing Event

9 DIY Foodie Gifts That Practically Make Themselves

Save cash this season with these delicious DIY holiday gifts.

OCAF Local Authors Book Signing Event

The Jobseeker's Holiday Survival Guide

10 steps to find the joy in the December job hunt.

Unemployment: What Are the Big Trends?

Unemployment rate improves as long-term unemployment persists.