Oconee County, GA Politics

Watkinsville girl encourages safety || OnlineAthens.com

SFT's Bill Snapp talks with CNN Newsroom: Don't Throw the Solar Energy ''Baby'' Out!

Local Small Businessman Interviewed on CNN About Solar Power, Debt Crisis - Oconee, GA Patch

Athens Area Habitat for Humanity - Race for the Dream 5k

After agreement crumbles, referendum date in doubt | ajc.com

Theatre concert raises $85,000 for Christian family || OnlineAthens.com

UGA profs reach out to illegal immigrants || OnlineAthens.com

In Post 9/11 World, Oconee Soldier's Family Always on Guard - Oconee, GA Patch

Half a Toun Without Broun? - Athens, GA Patch

My story on Hot Thomas | AthensTalks.com

Georgia profs offer course to illegal immigrants | ajc.com

House approves congressional redistricting maps | ajc.com

PSC newcomer yet to master subtle art of back-scratching

 Perspectives 2011: Georgia Pottery Invitational Call for Volunteers      Don Penny Volunteer Shift Hours Gala: Aug. 26 Several Shifts from 10 AM - 9 PM Aug. 27 - Sept. 14  Each Day 9:30 AM - 12 NOON 12 NOON - 2:30 PM 2:30 - 5:00 PM Click on this link to volunteer Perspectives Volunteer Sign-Up Once again OCAF will be sponsoring the largest ceramics exhibit and sale in the state of Georgia. In order to succeed, we need your help! OCAF will need your support as a volunteer for Perspectives 2011. The dates this year are are August 27 thru September 14, with an Opening Gala to be held on August 26. Please look at your calendar for those dates and respond with as many times that you can help. The volunteers will be in charge of the opening gala, sales, wrapping, greeting shoppers and making our shoppers feel at home in the...

Athens Oconee Audiology to Conduct 2-Day Hearing Aid Special Event This August : Athens Oconee Audiology will conduct a 2-day Lyric Hearing Aid Special Event on August 30 to 31, 2011. All who are interested in finding out more about this brand new technology for people with impaired hearing are invited to come.

Starbucks CEO says 100+ businesses to withhold campaign donations over debt | The Ticket - Yahoo! News

Your morning jolt: Georgia Democrats discover power of the word ‘no’ | Political Insider

Panel tweaks congressional maps; governor signs House, Senate plans | ajc.com

Fore! He could have entered the lottery like all the rest of us commoners. State utility commissioner's pursuit of Masters tickets improper, critics say | ajc.com

Features: Perspectives 2011 - Flagpole Magazine: Colorbearer of Athens, GA

Georgia economy hits stall, no recession || OnlineAthens.com

Nathan Deal pushes a Saturday adjournment of Legislature | Political Insider

Officials Approve Salary Increase For Next Mayor of Watkinsville - Oconee, GA Patch

Meet The Owner of a Floral Shop - Oconee, GA Patch

The Watkinsville City Council decided to increase the annual salary of the Mayor in a special called meeting Tuesday evening at the Community Center. Council member Brian Brodrick made a motion and was seconded by Toby Smith to increase the pay $2,500.00 next fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012. The salary will increase from $7,200.00 to $9,800.00. A special condition was added that any future pay increases be discussed by that particular council and not set in stone by this particular pay raise. After hearing many reservations voiced by council members Mike Link and Henry Norman, the measure passed unanimously.  Council member Samantha Purcell was unable to attend, as was city attorney Joe Reitman, Jr. absent. At one point city clerk Julie Sanders attempted to call Reitman at the behest of outgoing Mayor Joe Walter, only to receive voice mail. They were asking to make sure the qualifying fees would remain the same next week. Walter refereed the brief event with his same concerned...

Democrats prepared to fight new voting maps - Politics News Story - WSB Atlanta

Could Broun switch districts? | OnlineAthens Blogs

Maybe Paul Broun will do us all a favor and challenge him instead Georgia congressman takes heat over debt vote || OnlineAthens.com

Landscape nurseries contribute millions to the local economy - very good news to hear the family business continues to grow. Hinesley joins father in Piccadilly Farm || OnlineAthens.com

Congrats to Watkinsville's Epps on getting on the Board of Directors at Osher Blueprint: OLLI names officers, board members || OnlineAthens.com

Ashford Manor Concerts on the Lawn, 2011 Series Survey

Becker: Story took wrong view || OnlineAthens.com

Dems tell GOP to restore HOPE || OnlineAthens.com

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Ga. lawmakers unveil new congressional map || OnlineAthens.com

Sharpshooter nails new state license plate design | ajc.com

We are all aware that we have had numerous roof leaks during periods of heavy rain, and we are all aware that we have damaged and inoperable air conditioning units on the roof that impact primarily the 3 rd floor. Within the next 2 weeks Ben Hill Roofing Company will begin the process of replacing the roof membrane and 2 rooftop air conditioners on the Courthouse. They will primarily access the roof from the outside with ladders.  They will be working during the normal workday as well as at night and on weekends. With good weather, work is expected to take about 1 month. However, in order to repair these significant problems, there will be unavoidable inconveniences. Listed below are some things that will be issues during this work: The 5 reserved parking spaces used by Deputies and Judges along 3 rd street will be closed and utilized for material staging and dumpster use. The employee entrances on each side may have to be closed temporarily at times during crane ...

Democrats rally at Georgia Capitol || OnlineAthens.com

The Oconee Enterprise > Latest Updates > Man shot neighbor to fight off knife attack

Weather permitting; resurfacing of Harris Shoals Park Road will begin Monday August 29 th .   The project is expected to be completed by Friday, September 02.   The park will remain open during the work; however, the availability of parking will be limited and road construction equipment will be operating within the park during the hours of 7:00 AM and 6:00PM.   If you chose to visit the park during these times, please exercise caution. The City appreciates your understanding and patience over the last few months as we have endeavored to make Watkinsville’s Harris Shoals Park a prettier park than before.   Except for some incidental items like additional picnic tables and personal grills, the road work should be the last big project for the park.   These improvements were made possible by revenue received through the Special Local Option Sales Tax ( SPLOST).     

“Update on Watson Springs Road shooting” from Oconee County Georgia Sheriff's Office : Nixle

Gala opening at OCAF || OnlineAthens.com

Jackson County: Not cool with new districts | OnlineAthens Blogs