Speakers At Forum Say It Is Easy To Miss Sexual Trafficking

It could be your daughter or your son and you might not know it, speakers say.

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County Agrees to Settlement Of Suits Over Sewer Capacity Fees

The decision will allow the massive Parkside and Westland developments to move forward.

Kemp Uses Oconee Bus Tour Stop To Promote Local House Candidates

Just under 100 attended the event at the Pavilion at Oconee Veterans Park.

Principal Sends Letter To Parents About Mold And Mildew Concerns

A parent had told the Board of Education of possible mold and mildew issues at Oconee County Elementary School.

Congressman Hice Touts Economy In Meeting With Government Leaders

In two years, the economy has gone from "stagnant" to booming, Rep. Jody Hice told leaders at the meeting in Athens.

Watkinsville Candidates Want Sidwalks And Bike Paths

All seven candidates at a forum stated a desire to improve the city infrastructure for nonmotorized transportation.

Healthcare Dominates Candidate Forum At Athens Church

Medicaid expansion was favored by the three Democratic candidates for the Georgia General Assembly. The sole Republican present did not.

Early Voting Off To Strong Start

Nearly one in five of the county's voters already has cast a ballot.

Development Authority Approves Bonds For Presbyterian Homes

The Authority will issue of to $155 million on bonds for construction of the continuing care retirement community.

Development Authority Cancels Meeting On Presbyterian Homes Bonds

County Chairman John Daniell said documents are not ready for action.

Heritage Park to Host GA League MS and HS MTB Races this Weekend

Terri Watts, 2017 IMBA National Enduro Series Champion & Athens 706 Project Team Member, to Lead NICA GRiT All Girls Pre-Ride Saturday

Candidates Take Different Stands On Healthcare At Candidate Forum

The three Republicans opposed Medicaid expansion, while the four Democrats and the write-in candidate favored expansion.

Candidates Wiedower, Gonzalez Report Strong Fundraising Results

Gaines reported $131,003 available for the final election push. Only Cowsert among Oconee County’s delegation and candidates had more.

Oconee Schools Appointing Team For Strategic Plan

Invitations have gone out to 39 individuals split between students and staff on the one hand and parents and community on the other.

Development Authority Postpones Meeting on Bond Sales

Presbyterian Homes of Georgia is asking the county to sell bonds for construction of Presbyterian Village Athens.

Education Board Candidates Focus On Access In Forum

Legislative candidates differ on issues, including campus carry.

Bartram Trail to Host GA League MS and HS MTB Races this Weekend

54 Teams, 850 Middle and High School Athletes across Georgia and South Carolina are participating in the 2018 Fall Mountain Biking Season

Commissioners Approve Shopping Center And Car Museum

A large crowd turned out for the two controversial rezones, both of which were approved unanimously.

Citizen Ask Education Board To Lobby Legislators On Testing

Joyce Reifsteck said students needs time for recess "to burn off some energy."

Commissioners Approve Cell Tower For McRees Mill Road

A federal appeals court ruled the county had erred in not issuing a permit for Verizon Wireless in 2014.

Planning Commission Approves Townley Request For Museum

Commission rejected planning staff recommendation and allowed for events at the museum.

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County Reports Sewer Spill On Tributary To Barber Creek

Fourth major spill reported by the county this year.

Gaines Has Big Cash Surplus In 117th House District Race

Gaines has built up a surplus unmatched by others in legislative campaigns in Oconee County except Sen. Bill Cowsert.

Proposal For Car Museum On Agricultural Land Before Planning Body

Museum to display classic, vintage and historical automobiles and equipment in barns and sheds.

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County School Enrollment Up By More Than 3 Percent

The enrollment increase is the fourth year in a row enrollment increased more than 3 percent over a year earlier.

Community Turns Out To Honor Victims Of 911

About 100 people helped plant flags on Sunday on the lawn of North Oconee High School.

Citizens Voice Concern About Bond Sales For Presbyterian Homes

Some said they felt the bonds represented a risk to the county, and some questioned why the county was issuing the bonds for the nonprofit.

Commissioners Postpone Decision On Shopping Center At Schools

The commissioners made that decision after receiving only opposition from residents in neighborhoods surrounding the proposed development.

Hearing On Tuesday For $155M Bond Sale For Presbyterian Homes

Tuesday's meeting could be the only public hearing on the issuance of $155 million in revenue bonds for Presbyterian Village Athens.

Commissioners To Consider Shopping Center At Malcom Bridge School

The current owner is seeking to modify the plans approved for the development in 2004 with the goal of building restaurants and shops.

School Board Candidates Call For Transparency And School Safety

Fran Thompson and Andrea Wellnitz told Oconee County Democrats that they are running as a team.

Federal Court Rules Against County Denial Of Cell Tower Permit

Verizon Wireless will be able to build a cell tower on 42 acres on McRees Mill Road off Barnett Shoals Road.

County To Consider Contracting For Economic Development Staffing

The proposal is to involve governments in the county in overseeing a staff position at the Chamber of Commerce.

County Completed Switchover At New Calls Creek Wastewater Plant

Construction is in two phases, and the first has been completed.

County To Consider Ordinance Change For Small Cell Technology

Following a moratorium on permits, the Board of Commissioners will review a proposed change in ordinances in response to new techologies.

County To Receive Proposal For New Economic Structure

Meeting called for Monday with county, education and city leaders.

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