Oconee Blotter: McDonald's employee uses fake name in complaint Wayne Ford The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office reported the following incidents: SHOWBOATING: On April 12, Deputy Robby McCannon was patrolling at about 10:20 p.m. along Epps Bridge Parkway wh... See more
Athens woman found dead in house fire, cause unknown Wayne Ford The cause of the recent death of a 68-year-old woman found deceased in her burning home has yet to be determined, Athens-Clarke County Coroner Mike Eberhart said Monday. The woman, Francine V... See more
Piedmont Athens opens new primary care office to expand access Wayne Ford Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center announced recently that it has opened a new office to provide primary care services. The new Piedmont Primary Care is located at 3320 Old Jef... See more
Oglethorpe County woman gets 90 days for cutting son's throat Wayne Ford - The prosecutor sought a 50-year sentence, while the defense argued the judge's decision showed humanity regarding mental health issues. - A jury convicted the woman on charges incl... See more
Convicted arsonist charged with murder in homeless Athens man's death Wayne Ford A convicted arsonist was charged on Friday with murdering a homeless man in a wooded area of eastern Athens. Athens-Clarke police detective David Harrison swore out warrants ... See more
