Oconee County, GA Politics

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Friday evening after business hours is hardly ever the ideal time for a water main to burst, but that is what happened At 1110 Jeremy Drive in Morgan Manor Estates subdivision in Watkinsville.  Initially there was quite a deluge of water toward the sewer near Katie Lane, but the raging torrent soon subsided to a regular stream of eater on both sides of the street. The Oconee County Utility Department responded and was  digging some holes to try to stem the tide.

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Zaxby’s CEO sued by FDIC

Obamacare supporters challenge tea party congressman at town hall | The Raw Story

The Alma Times > Archives > Opinion > Handel goes on the attack early

Oconee deputies nab Bishop burglary suspect; searching for second

Emblematic and symptomatic of a culture of sleaze, entitlement and decadence by people who I know know better - time to fall on your sword Fritz CCQC employees report hacked email accounts

Time to resign or at least retire Fritz before your legacy is completely besmirched - Westminster Christian School was at least partially founded by him Aberrant practices uncovered at center run by UGA's highest paid professor

I have no doubt there is a whole lot more to this story Employee in UGA chemistry department faces 34 counts of felony computer trespass

Be on the look out for a pair of white criminals wearing hoodies in the woods near Bishop burglary suspects from Oconee County Georgia Sheriff's Office : Nixle

I sure hope this was not Saxby, and I think Johnny Isakson is not that stupid, but behind closed doors.... Southern senator: ‘My people’ dislike Obama because he is too ‘exotic’ | The Raw Story

I would think a name of the person they are seeking would be germane to his apprehension, but as Investigator Nolley quite correctly pointed out to me just now on the phone, at this point it is indeed an accusation and the Sheriff's office has a pretty good idea of where he is. I certainly hope they catch the perp. Also, I must criticize the newspaper headline writer at the Banner-Herald because at the first glance at this story, it reads as if it is the alleged rapist is a co-worker of the Sheriff's Deputies and not some dude at Kohl's. I would strongly suggest changing the headline before it goes to print. I put the capital letters to show how poorly it is written as is below. For the record, I think our entire Sheriff's Office does an outstanding job in Oconee County, always answers all of my questions, and responds to the public quickly and without hassle. Oconee deputies seek man accused of raping co-worker

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PPP: Paula Deen More Popular Among Georgia GOP Than Martin Luther King

Dear State Committee Member, It is with regret that I must exit the race for Chair of the Democratic Party of Georgia. My husband, his nephew and I have been caring for my husband’s elderly sister who is suffering from Alzheimer’s. She recently took a turn for the worse and requires 24/7 care. The three of us decided that for as long as we are able we will provide that care for her ourselves. She devoted her youth to my husband and her son, and she’s deserves all the love and attention we can give now at the end of her life. I will be spending most of my time in Augusta and leave for my ‘first shift’ in the morning. I’m afraid I will have limited ability to speak to you and respond by email. As most of you who have dealt with such circumstances know there are lots of trips to doctors, lawyers, government agencies, banks, etc. ahead and the clock is ticking. Please pray for us. In the next few weeks I will reach out to RJ, Doug and Dubose and plan on endorsing on...

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Sent from my Samsung Galaxy Note® II -------- Original message -------- From: Oconee County Georgia Sheriff's Office <oconee-county-georgia-sheriffs-office@emails.nixle.com> Date: 08/08/2013 8:59 AM (GMT-05:00) Subject: Advisory Message: Main Street blocked --> Message sent via Nixle | Go to nixle.com | Unsubscribe Thursday August 8, 2013, 8:57 AM Oconee County Georgia Sheriff's Office A message from your Sheriff's Office. Advisory: Main Street blocked Hi Dan Matthews, Main Street in downtown Watkinsville is blocked by a big rig. For full details, view this message on the web . Sent by Oconee County Georgia Sheriff's Office 1140 Experiment Station Rd, Watkinsville, GA 30677 Powered by . © 2013 Nixle, LLC. All rights reserved.

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The Oconee Enterprise > News > Local author sets crime thriller series in Athens

Senate candidate pushes for war vets in Medicaid plan

New York Times Profile Of Anti-Immigrant Activist Omits White Nationalist Ties

GOP Governors: Don't Shut Down The Government To Defund Obamacare

GBPI: Killing income tax in favor of higher sales tax hurts Georgia

Democrat Nunn to launch 10-city tour

Bee's Knees Bakery to Reopen Soon in New Retail Location

From: "Jerry Gonzalez, GALEO" jerry@galeo.org Date: August 6, 2013 11:49:22 AM EDT To: danjmatt@bellsouth.net Subject: Press Release: GALEO Report:   Georgia Latino Voters are now 183,966 and growing: Immigration Reform is important #TimeIsNow Reply-To: jerry@galeo.org Click here Having trouble viewing this email? You're receiving this email because of your relationship with Georgia Association of Latino Elected Officials (GALEO). Please confirm your continued interest in receiving email from us. You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emails. Georgia Latino Voters are now 183,966 and growing Latino voters care about immigration reform Press Release Contact:  Jerry Gonzalez, Executive Director of GALEO, jerry@galeo.org , 404.745.2580 ATLANTA, GA, August 6, 2013 --As the Georgia Congressional delegation comes home during the Augu...

From: Pastures Rose Creek pastures1051@gmail.com Date: 08/06/2013 3:06 PM (GMT-05:00) Subject: The Pastures of Rose Creek: This Week's Harvest Hello all!   As many of you already may know - this week marks our second week featuring our Grass Fed Piedmontese Beef !  We are thrilled to be receiving enticing and delectable reports from those who have tried the Piedmontese.   " Wonderful.  Great flavor, tender, beautiful meat.  Can't wait to try the other cuts I purchased!" - one very satisfied customer, Watkinsville This week we will be at the Thursday Central Bishop Market from 4-7 pm and the Saturday Oconee Farmers Market from 8 am - 1 pm.  Stop on by to try out the amazing new beef!   Read on to learn more or see the attached brochure! A special offering. This week, we put our best "food" forward and class up your burgers with Piedmontese beef and a delicious recipe inspired by "Food 52"... PEAR & SAGE B...

Begin forwarded message: From: Democratic Party of GA info@georgiademocrat.org Date: August 6, 2013 2:41:01 PM EDT To: danjmatt@bellsouth.net Subject: Voting Rights Matter Reply-To: info@georgiademocrat.org Voting Rights Matter To mark the 48 th  anniversary of the signing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, Democrats have launched www.votingrightsmatter.com . This new microsite tells the story of the fight for voting rights, connecting the historic struggle to what's happening today. The timeline begins with the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the 15th amendment, then continues to women's suffrage, the civil rights movement all the way up to the Supreme Court's recent decision. While the Voting Rights Act was a major step forward in protecting and expanding access to the ballot, the Supreme Court's decision to rule parts of the law unconstitutional opened the door for Republican state legislatures to pass harmful obstructive legislation...

From: Patsy Harris patsydudney@yahoo.com Date: August 6, 2013 3:48:56 PM EDT To: undisclosed recipients: ; Subject: State Chair Candidates Forum in Augusta! Reply-To: Patsy Harris patsydudney@yahoo.com The Richmond County Democratic Party and surrounding county parties will host a forum for candidates for Chair of the Democratic Party of Georgia. DETAILS Where: Richmond County Dems Headquarters,  1101 Greene St., Augusta GA When:  Saturday August 17, from 1-3 PM.  RSVP:   Lowellg13@comcast.net   of your attendance. County Chairs can send the number attending.  Priority seating: State Committee Members, Executive Committee Members and the candidates.  Directions from Interstate 20: Take Exit 199 (Washington Rd). Keep right at the fork and merge onto GA28 / Washington Rd. going toward Augusta Washington Rd continues as John C Calhoun Exressway Calhoun continues as Greene St. Turn left on 11 St.  Democratic...

Oconee County Observations: Oconee County Commissioners Rezone Land For Assist... : Hotel A Possibility The Oconee County Board of Commissioners tonight rezoned 23 acres at the corner of SR 316 and the Oconee Connector, ma...

Friends honor longtime Oconee County tennis coach with dedication of 'Gruetter's Grove'

New poll: Michelle Nunn matches GOP field in U.S. Senate race

Governor's Honors Program: Caught in feud between Deal and...

Ga. schools superintendent may run for governor

Commission meetings in Athens, Watkinsville

Security Upgrades at Several Schools in Oconee County Complete

Your daily jolt: 'It's about raising money. It's about raising...

Oconee County Observations: Oconee County Commissioners Return Tomorrow Night ... : Davis Took Lead In the past six months, the Oconee County Board of Commissioners has invested nearly two hours of public meetings to a con...

From: Patsy Harris patsydudney@yahoo.com Date: August 2, 2013 5:17:55 PM EDT To: undisclosed recipients: ; Subject: Passing of State Committee Member Will Wilborn Reply-To: Patsy Harris < patsydudney@yahoo.com > From Dwight Acey, Chairman of the Barrow County Democrats: I am saddened to hear of the passing of William Wilborn. He was an active and much valued member of the Barrow County Democratic Party.  Will worked hard and long to support Democratic causes. He was a State Committee Representative from Barrow County - and was known for the delicious BBQ chicken he cooked for our fundraisers. He will be greatly missed. I will publish these comments on our website ( www.barrowdems.com ) in the next few days. Dwight Acey

Begin forwarded message: From: Nikema Williams < nikema@georgiademocrat.org > Date: August 2, 2013 2:31:13 PM EDT To: danjmatt@bellsouth.net Subject: Save The Date: Democratic Unity Reception Reply-To: kristin@theoblandergroup.com SAVE THE DATE You Are Cordially Invited to a  Democratic Unity Reception Tuesday August 20, 2013  5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Home of Krista Brewer  and Gary Flack 812 Springdale Road, NE Atlanta, GA 30306 Requested Minimum: $500 Silver Sponsor: $1,000 Gold Sponsor: $2,500 Platinum Sponsor: $5,000 Please R.S.V.P. to kristin@theoblandergroup.com or 404-873-3600 Make a Contribution Online Forward this email This email was sent to danjmatt@bellsouth.net by nikema@georgiademo...