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Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Mary Louise Prochaska, daughter of co-publishers Michael and Amanda ProchaskaWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we speak with our smallest “staff member” at The Oconee Enterprise, Mary Louise Prochaska, daughter of co-publishers Michael and Amanda Prochaska, to learn all about her favorite things! We hope you will join us again next year to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. For questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast commercials or general podcast questions, please email Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-12-1606 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Former Sports Editor at The Oconee Enterprise, Justin HubbardWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we speak with former Sports Editor at The Oconee Enterprise, Justin Hubbard, about his experience at the Tupelo Two Elvis Tribute Artist Show at the Oconee County Civic Center on November 22. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. For questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast commercials or general podcast questions, please email Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-12-0932 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: President and Founder of Stearns Retirement Group Dave StearnsWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we speak with President and Founder of Stearns Retirement Group, Dave Stearns, about how he got into retirement planning and what he wants people to know about planning for retirement. You can find more information on Stearns Retirement Group at www.stearnsretirementgroup.com. For a free consultation, call Stearns Retirement Group at 706-769-3346 or 888-769-3346 and tell them you listened to this episode. Dave’s podcast, “The Retirement Income Show with Dave Stearns” can be found at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-re...
2025-12-0238 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Thanksgiving SpecialThe thirty-first episode of “Oconee’s Own” is available now on all podcast platforms! In this special episode, we speak with some of the staff at The Oconee Enterprise about what they are grateful for this Holiday Season. You can find this week’s episode at the link in our bio. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. For questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast commercials or general podcast questions, please email Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-11-2503 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Ashton Hope Keegan Foundation Founder Kim KeeganWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we speak with the Founder of the Ashton Hope Keegan Foundation, Kim Keegan, about how the Foundation began, what the Foundation does and their upcoming campaigns. From now until December 17, people can select tags from the Foundation’s Angel Trees at Orange Theory and Club Pilates at Beechwood, as well as The Mark. The Foundation will have a birthday celebration for Ashton at Small Cakes on January 24th. You can find the Ashton Hope Keegan Foundation at https://ashtonhopekeeganfoundation.org/. You can email Kim at as...
2025-11-1813 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Air Force Colonel Ed KeeganWelcome to the special Veterans Day episode of Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. Today and always, we honor the service of our Veterans and thank them for their sacrifice. In this episode, we speak with Air Force Colonel Ed Keegan about his service. You can find the Ashton Hope Keegan Foundation at https://ashtonhopekeeganfoundation.org/. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. For questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast commercials or general podcast questions, please email Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-11-1118 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Area Churches Together Serving Co-Chairman Randy DawsonWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we speak with the Area Churches Together Serving Co-Chairman Randy Dawson about what they do, their donation needs, how ACTS works and more. You can find their Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/ACTSOconee/. The ACTS Distribution Center is located at 130 East Thompson Street, Bogart, Georgia. The distribution center is open to serve clients and accept donations every Tuesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Their Can-a-thon with Oconee County Schools starts on November 3 and ends on November 14. ACTS will sort Can-a-thon...
2025-11-0422 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Oconee County Board of Elections and Registration Chairman Jay HanleyWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we speak with the Oconee County Board of Elections and Registration Chairman Jay Hanley about the new consolidated precincts in the county to get you prepared for Election Day on November 4. You can find the Board of Elections and Registration website at https://www.oconeecountyga.gov/1463/Elections-Registration and you can check your voter registration at https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/ Our publication can be found at OconeeEnterprise.com. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community me...
2025-10-2808 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Oconee County Library Branch Manager James MitchellWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we speak with the Oconee County Library Branch Manager James Mitchell about what his role entails and how people can get involved. You can find the Oconee County Library website at https://athenslibrary.org/location/oconee/ You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. For questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast commercials or general podcast questions, please email Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-10-2122 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Elvis Tribute Artists Brooke Wright and Liam HewittWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we chat with Elvis Tribute Artists Brooke Wright and Liam Hewitt about what they do and their upcoming show at the Oconee County Civic Center on November 22, 2025. You can find Liam’s website at https://www.liamsingselvis.com/, YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/pnxvu-OvdMI?feature=shared and TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@liamsingselvis?_t=ZT-90WLQG2WvjZ&_r=1. You can find Brooke’s website at https://brookewrighteta.com/home and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/people/Brooke-Wright-ETA/100030791481309/#. You can purchase tickets to the...
2025-10-1435 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Marin Torres, Editor-in-Chief of The Oconee TapestryWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we chat with Oconee County High School student Marin Torres, the Editor-in-Chief of The Oconee Tapestry. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com and The Oconee Tapestry interest form at https://gformsapp.com/f/1JGH9VtRkXlaxdW1w2xc9QmtsHI_LXzk7PUbq2_9zRvs/en We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. For questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast commercials or general podcast questions, please email Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-10-0716 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Carrie Shepherd on Childhood Cancer Awareness MonthWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Carrie Shepherd, the mother of Our Local Hero Henry Shepherd, a Childhood Cancer Survivor, for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com and CURE at www.curechildhoodcancer.org We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. For questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast commercials or general podcast suggestions, please email Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-09-3019 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Dr. Russell of Russell Orthodontics & docaligners StudioWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Russell of Russell Orthodontics & docaligners Studio, to learn more about his new Watkinsville office, how he got into orthodontics and all-things Invisalign! You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com and. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. If you have any questions for Dr. Russell, you can contact his office at (706) 549-0110. You can find their website at https://russell-orthodontics.com/. For questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast commercials or...
2025-09-2350 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Jack's CheesecakeWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Brent Leach, aka “Jack’s Dad” of Jack’s Cheesecake, to learn more about his family, how their business has grown over the years and where they hope to be in the future. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com and. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. If you have any questions for Brent, you can contact him at jackscheesecakellc@gmail.com and (706) 510-8818. You can find their website at https...
2025-09-161h 01
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Student Intern Micah TaylorWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we chat with The Oconee Enterprise’s Student Intern Micah Taylor to learn more about him and how he ended up at The Oconee Enterprise. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. If you have any questions for Micah, you can email him at micah@oconeeenterprise.com For questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast advertisements or general podcast suggestions, please email Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-09-0908 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Realtor Allen Seigler with The Seigler GroupWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we chat with Realtor Allen Seigler to learn more about the current real estate market and The Seigler Group. You can find more information about The Seigler Group at theseiglergroup.com. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. If you have any questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast advertisements or general podcast suggestions, please email Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-09-0237 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Polias Founder Dave MulkeyWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Polias Founder Dave Mulkey to answer all of your questions about his plans for the former Bell’s location and his upcoming projects along Highway 441. You can find more information about his projects at polias.co. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. If you have any questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast advertisements or general podcast suggestions, please email Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-08-2623 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Oconee County Emergency Management Agency Director C.J. WordenWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Oconee County Emergency Management Agency Director C.J. Worden to learn more about what his job entails and how he prepares the county for an emergency. You can find more information about Oconee County EMA and sign up for CodeRED safety and weather alerts at https://www.oconeecountyga.gov/158/Emergency-Management. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. If you have any questions about sp...
2025-08-1926 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Simply AdmissionsWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we speak with Simply Admissions CEO and Educational Consultant, Lee Allen, to discuss how they help students during the college admissions process and the packages they offer. You can find their website at www.simplyadmissions.com. To contact Lee Allen, email lallen@simplyadmissions.com. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. If you have any questions about sponsoring an episode, podcast advertisements or general podcast suggestions, please em...
2025-08-1238 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Athens Parent Wellbeing & reBlossomWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Athens Parent Wellbeing and reBlossom Parent & Child Shop Executive Director and Founder Monira Silk and Donor Relations and Well Being Advocate Leah Trotter, to learn about their story and the services they offer. You can find their website at athensparentwellbeing.org, on Instagram at @athensparentwellbeing and @reblossom and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/athensparentwellbeing and https://www.facebook.com/ReBlossomAthens. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more...
2025-08-0529 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, July 31, 2025Oconee County Schools on Monday released a report conducted by an independent organization that analyzed the presence of mold within the air at Oconee County Elementary School.The State House of Representatives study committee on gambling, Chaired by Rep. Marcus Wiedower, met at the Oconee County Administrative Building. There is a new athletic director in town.Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
2025-07-3102 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Digital Projects Archivist Donnie SummerlinWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with the University of Georgia Digital Projects Archivist, Donnie Summerlin, also known as “The Newspaper Guy” to learn about what his job entails and how he is archiving The Oconee Enterprise. To contact Donnie, email donsum@uga.edu. You can find our archived newspapers at https://gahistoricnewspapers.galileo.usg.edu/ and our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. We hope you will join us each Tuesday to learn more about Oconee’s own community members. If you have any questions about sponsoring an episode, podcas...
2025-07-2925 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: New View Integrative PediatricsWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we speak with Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and Pediatric Mental Health Specialist, Melissa Smith, who founded New View Integrative Pediatrics in Watkinsville. To contact New View, call (762) 234-5900 or visit https://www.newviewpediatrics.com. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any advertising, sponsored episode or general podcast questions and suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-07-2216 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Chris Mobley and Hunter GraysonWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we chat with Oconee County natives Chris Mobley and Hunter Grayson about all things Oconee County! Chris can be found on Facebook at @chris.mobley and Instagram at @christopher_mobley430. Hunter can be found on Facebook and Instagram at @HunterGraysonMusic. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any advertising, sponsored episode or general podcast questions and suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-07-1549 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, July 10, 2025Oconee County Schools has a familiar face at the helm.The Oconee County Board of Commissioners fulfilled a promise made 8 years ago when it voted to demolish the old jail.The Oconee County Senior Center surprised Grace Guillory, a newly crowned centenarian.Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
2025-07-1002 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Chris GreerWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Photographer, TV Producer and Professor, Chris Greer, to learn more about his TV Show “View Finders,” what inspires him and how he got to this point. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. To subscribe to our free, weekly newsletter “The OE Newsletter,” visit https://theoenews.substack.com/ Please email any advertising, sponsored episode or general podcast questions and suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-07-0827 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Jeff ChambersWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Chambers from Urgent Care of Oconee to learn more about what they do and what led him to urgent care. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any advertising, sponsored episode or general podcast questions and suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com. To learn more about Urgent Care of Oconee, visit https://urgentcareofoconee.com/
2025-06-2433 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Oconee County Sheriff James HaleWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Oconee County Sheriff James Hale to learn more about his upbringing in Oconee County, his career and his favorite music. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any advertising, sponsored episode or general podcast questions and suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com.
2025-06-1711 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Father's Day SpecialWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this special Father’s Day episode, Community Engagement Director and Podcast Host Caitlin Farmer interviews her Father, Shawn Farmer, where he discusses music, podcasting, his career, how their family ended up in Oconee County and Georgia Football. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any advertising, sponsored episode or general podcast questions and suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com. You can find Shawn’s podcast, “Re-Vinyl” at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/re-vinyl/id1747597217
2025-06-151h 15
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Community Engagement Director Caitlin FarmerWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. This week’s episode features an interview with The Oconee Enterprise Community Engagement Director and Podcast Host Caitlin Farmer, where she discusses how her roles at The OE have changed, what she’s been working on in her role and her favorite restaurants in Oconee County. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any questions for Caitlin and any podcast questions or suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com. To fill out the Google Form from The OE’s Community Listening Session, visit https://forms.gle/kEUHZc3HxvPc2GtK8. ...
2025-06-1014 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Graphic Designer George WindateWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. This week’s episode features an interview with The Oconee Enterprise Graphic Designer George Windate, where he reflects on his career, what he enjoys outside of work and why he loves his job. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any questions for George and any podcast questions or suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com
2025-06-0314 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, May 29, 2025A former Oconee County Schools substitute was arrested in Gwinnett for simple battery and felony child cruelty. Two parents say he exhibited similar behavior while in Oconee.The OE is hosting a listening session June 5.North Oconee Girls Golf took their 5th straight state title.Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
2025-05-2901 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Marketing Coordinator Avery MoonWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. This week’s episode features an interview with The Oconee Enterprise Marketing Coordinator Avery Moon, where she shares insight on what her role is, why she loves it and how she stays busy outside of work. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any questions for Avery to Avery@OconeeEnterprise.com and any podcast questions or suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com
2025-05-2706 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, May 22, 2025The Rev John Andrew chapter of the Daughters of The American Revolution dedicated Patriot Memorial Plaza.A new community service organization called “Community Works, Oconee,” will hold a public meeting Wednesday, May 28 from 6-7:30 p.m. for community members to discuss what qualities they want in the next Oconee County Schools superintendent.We get the privilege of celebrating not one but two Oconee County High School championship teams.Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
2025-05-2202 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Reporter Nathalee SimoneauWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. This week’s episode features an interview with The Oconee Enterprise Reporter Nathalee Simoneau, where she shares insight on what her experience as a local news reporter has been like, what she has learned and is continuing to learn, her well-known car and her favorite things to do in her free time. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any questions for Nathalee to News@OconeeEnterprise.com and any podcast questions or suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com
2025-05-2011 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Sports Editor Stuart SteeleWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. This week’s episode features an interview with The Oconee Enterprise Sports Editor Stuart Steele, where he shares insight on his role at The OE and how he got involved in sports journalism. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any questions for Stuart to SportsEditor@OconeeEnterprise.com and any podcast questions or suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com
2025-05-1315 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Co-Publisher Michael ProchaskaWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. This week’s episode features an interview with The Oconee Enterprise Co-Publisher and Editor Michael Prochaska, where he shares insight on his role at The OE and his interests outside of journalism. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any questions for Michael to Editor@OconeeEnterprise.com and any podcast questions or suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com
2025-05-0642 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own: Co-Publisher Amanda ProchaskaWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. This first full episode Oconee's Own features an interview with The Oconee Enterprise Co-Publisher Amanda Prochaska, where she shares insight on her role and how she stays busy outside of work. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any questions for Amanda to Amanda@OconeeEnterprise.com and any podcast questions or suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com
2025-04-2912 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsOconee's Own TrailerWelcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. Oconee's Own will feature interview-style episodes with Oconee County community members. Our first full episode will launch on April 29, 2025, and we hope you will come back each Tuesday for a new episode. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any podcast questions or suggestions to Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com
2025-04-2200 min
Make Your RemarkableEp. 04 | Orson Prince-Charles and YaQuis Shelly | Make Your Remarkable PodcastWhat does it take to lead with purpose and leave a lasting legacy? In this compelling episode of Make Your Remarkable, former NFL player Orson Prince-Charles and his pastor, YaQuis Shelly, share a raw and inspiring conversation about turning challenges into fuel for leadership, service, and community impact.
Orson opens up about his personal journey, sharing how the challenges of his past shaped his unwavering service mindset. Pastor Shelly adds powerful insights on what it means to lead with heart and invest in the people around you. Together, they deliver a message that will challenge you to reflect on...
2025-01-0832 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsTuesday, November 26, 2024Oconee County and Athens Academy football have officially played their last games of the season.
North Oconee dominated Ware County.
Prince Avenue also rolled over their playoff foe.
Catch up with North and Oconee flag football programs.
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2024-11-2601 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsTuesday, November 19, 2024Oconee County and North Oconee Cheerleaders went to state.
North Oconee defeated Eagles Landing at home.
Oconee County defeated Westside-Augusta on the road.
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2024-11-1901 min
Oconee Matters with The OE News2024 General Election Results- Oconee CountyHear the latest for all of the races found on Oconee County ballots.
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2024-11-0603 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsTuesday, November 5, 2024Oconee County and Prince Avenue both saw thriller shootouts under the Friday night lights.
The North Oconee High School swim team had its first meet of the season on Saturday.
North Oconee’s flag football team extended their winning streak to six games.
Find your polling location here.
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2024-11-0501 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsTuesday, October 15, 2024North Oconee controls its own destiny.
Prince Avenue softball is headed to the post season.
Oconee County and North Oconee volleyball continue to win.
Our Athlete of the week is Harrison Faulkner.
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2024-10-1501 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, September 26, 2024Oconee Sheriff James Hale said a handful of Oconee public school students were charged with felony terroristic threats and acts.
The Watkinsville City Council approved multiple contracts.
The Bogart FUNFest is this Saturday.
The Oconee County Animal Shelter is a hidden gem.
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Use code SEPT24 for 20% off a one-year subscription during the month of September.
2024-09-2601 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, September 25, 2024Learn about the state of finances in Oconee County Schools.
The City of Watkinsville had a busy but productive council meeting.
The deadline to register to vote for the Nov. 5 General Election is Oct. 7. To check your registration status or register to vote, visit the Georgia My Voter Page at mvp.sos.ga.gov or visit the Oconee County Board of Elections and Registration Office at the Oconee County Administrative Building, 7635 Macon Highway, Watkinsville.
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2024-09-2501 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, September 18, 2024The Oconee County Board of Education voted to establish school resource officers in all 12 OCS schools.
An Oconee Resident has filed suit to temporarily halt voter registration in Oconee County.
Miriam Johnson has penned a memoir
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2024-09-1801 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsTuesday, September 10, 2024An OCHS cheerleader succeeds at the state level.
North Oconee and Oconee won their games this week.
Check in with ACAD volleyball and Oconee softball.
Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com and enter code SEPT24 for 20% off a one-year subscription in the month of September.
2024-09-1000 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, August 8, 2024Oconee County Schools is redoing two of their three public hearings for a millage rate increase.
Oconee County Schools extended a contract for the Superintendent.
Graham Blanks is headed to the Olympic Finals in the 5000m race on Saturday.
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2024-08-0801 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsTuesday, August 6, 2024Oconee County Little League’s season has ended.
Get a preview of the Backyard Brawl.
Oconee County faces North Oconee in volleyball.
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2024-08-0601 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsTuesday, July 30, 2024The Oconee County Little League 10-12 Baseball All Stars are headed to Warner Robins this week to represent the state of Georgia at the Southeastern Region Tournament.
North Oconee Flag Football has a new coach this season.
Nominate an Athlete of the Week.
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2024-07-3001 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, July 17, 2024Oconee County High School hosted their Youth Tennis Camp.
Mac Bradley, commits to continue his football career.
Cross Country runner David Duncan Jr of North Oconee High School decided to give back to his team and his community in a big way.
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2024-07-1701 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, July 11, 2024The Oconee Board of Education approved a 2.27% increase in property taxes.
The Oconee Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a rezone off U.S. 441.
Perspectives: Georgia Pottery Invitational will showcase work Aug. 24-Sept. 8
The Oconee County Library Board of Trustees unanimously approved a budget that includes a raise for all employees.
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2024-07-1101 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsFriday, July 5, 2024A 2019 North Oconee Grad is off to new heights.
The Oconee Farmers Market is in full swing.
A 4Her from Oconee was one of seven chosen to represent Georgia in a national competition.
You have one last chance to speak publicly to the Oconee County School Board about a proposed 2.27% tax increase.
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2024-07-0501 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, July 3, 2024North Oconee High School hosted their Youth Softball Camp.
13 local players made the Georgia Dugout Club All State teams.
North Oconee wide receiver Landon Roldan was named this week’s Athlete of the Week.
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2024-07-0301 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsFriday, June 28, 2024Learn more about historical tourism opportunities in Oconee County.
Check out page 50 of The Oconee County Guide for a full list of places to visit.
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2024-06-2802 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, June 26, 2024Over the weekend, a swastika was painted on an Oconee County welcome sign.
Oconee County Schools will be holding three public hearings for a tax increase. Those hearings will be on July 1 at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. and on July 8 at 6 p.m. All three meetings will be held at the Instructional Support Center at 71 North Main Street in Watkinsville.
A closed trail at Harris Shoals Park will not reopen until August of 2025.
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2024-06-2601 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMonday, June 24, 2024Prince Avenue welcomes two new head coaches.
Oconee County Boy Basketball hosts a camp.
The Oconee Enterprise is preparing for the upcoming Football Tab.
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2024-06-2401 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsFriday, June 21, 2024Learn more about recreation options available as highlighted in The Oconee County Guide
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2024-06-2101 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, June 19, 2024See the breakdown of expenses for The City of Watkinsville and their trip to Denver.
Eric Gisler is now of the ballot for House District 121 in November.
The Oconee Enterprise will be at the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce Summerfest on Thursday.
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2024-06-1901 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMonday, June 17, 2024Khalil Barnes is back in town hosting a football camp.
North Oconee and Prince Avenue have announced new coaches.
A wrestling camp is coming to Oconee.
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2024-06-1701 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsFriday, June 14, 2024This week, residents of Oconee County received The Oconee County Guide. Learn more about what the guide has to offer. Find a digital version on our website where you can also subscribe to our weekly newspaper at OconeeEnterprise.com
2024-06-1402 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMonday, June 10, 2024The Oconee Enterprise has return from the Georgia Press Association Better Newspaper Contest with 20 First, Second and Third Place awards.
Thank you for supporting local news.
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2024-06-1000 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMonday, May 27, 2024A countywide Memorial Day program will be held today, Monday, May 27 at 11 a.m. at Oconee Veterans Park. View online facebook.com/OconeeVeteransMemorial if you're unable to go in person.
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2024-05-2701 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsFriday, May 17, 2024Listen to this week's installment of Parenting in Oconee which can be found each week in The Oconee Enterprise.
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2024-05-1703 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, May 16, 2024Oconee County Voters will find a list of 10 Homestead Exemption referendum questions on their ballots next week. The wording is a bit confusing, Read a detailed explanation of these 10 items in this week’s edition of The Oconee Enterprise. You can find voting details at mvp.sos.ga.gov
The Oconee County High Schools 2024 OCAA Alumni Banquet is slated for Saturday, June 22 at 5:30 p.m. at the Oconee County Civic Center.
Prince Avenue Christian aims for a second straight state baseball title against Tallulah Falls Friday in the GHSA Class A, Division I state finals in...
2024-05-1602 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMay 14, 2024Core Blend Training has opened a North Oconee gym. Smallcakes Athens is open next door.
Merry Howard is retiring from the Oconee County Senior Center.
The 2nd Annual Holes for Heroes golf tournament raided $37,000.
Government agencies are working through their budget processes. Be sure to keep an eye on The OE for legal ads and articles so you can be engaged in the process.
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2024-05-1401 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, May 9, 2024Oconee County Schools is proposing to keep the millage rate at 15.0 mills for the 2025 budget.
The Garden Club of Georgia bestowed its Award of Merit to Oconee residents Steve and Sharon Scruggs at its state convention.
Be sure to read Jane Bath’s Garden Column, Marshall Morgan’s Parenting Column, and Beth Dickinson’s Good News Column.
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2024-05-0901 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, May 8, 2024Oconee County Fire Rescue held their annual banquet earlier this spring. Learn more about volunteering at OconeeCountyFire.com
A man arrested for terroristic threats was held in the Athens-Clarke County Jail for 13 months without being indicted. Read more about his case.
We have a full school round-up from Oconee County Schools and accolades accomplished by students, teachers, and local schools.
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2024-05-0801 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsTuesday, May 7, 2024Connect Ministries held a ribbon cutting for their new Wire Park offices.
Many new restaurants are opening in Oconee.
ViewFinders, co-hosted by Oconee's own Chris Greer has been nominated for an Emmy.
This and all of our business news can be found on OconeeEnterprise.com where you can subscribe any time.
2024-05-0701 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMonday, May 6, 2024Playoffs continue for Oconee teams.
Oconee Boys Soccer, North Oconee Boys Tennis, North Oconee Lacrosse, Oconee Lacrosse all say goodbye to their successful seasons.
Oconee Baseball returns to Thomasville today to finish their series.
North Oconee Baseball plays Perry today.
Westminster Boys and Girls Soccer both won late last week.
A full roundup in this week's edition.
Subscribe at OconeeEnterprise.com for the most up to date sports results as we have multiple games being played after we go to press this week.
2024-05-0601 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsFriday, May 3, 2024April was Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Hear an editorial from The Oconee Enterprise about local and national resources to educate yourself and others about the topic.
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2024-05-0303 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMonday, April 29, 2024Read the full story of the North Oconee GymTitans' State Championship.
Oconee Boys and Girls Soccer continue their push into the playoffs.
We will be out at North Oconee Baseball.
We continue to watch all of our local schools as their Soccer and Baseball teams continue into the postseason. We will have roundup stories for both.
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2024-04-2901 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsFriday, April 26, 2024Learn more about National Infertility Awareness Week, how Oconee is affected, and how you can advocate for the 1 in 6 people who experience infertility.
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2024-04-2602 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, April 24, 2024An arrest has been made in the death of a local Athens resident who was killed in an accident at Snows Mill Rd and Lane Creek Rd earlier this month.
The Oconee Enterprise and Oconee County Observations will be co-hosting a Board of Education Forum at 6p.m. Thursday, April 25.
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2024-04-2401 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMonday, April 22, 2024The North Oconee Gym Titans are state champions for th 5th year in a row! Additionally, North Oconee and Oconee County gymnast won individual gold medals.
Soccer playoffs continue.
Get updates on Lacrosse, Tennis, and Baseball as well.
Today is your FINAL day to subscribe to ensure you will receive our 2024 Primary Election Guide. This has 9 pages of information about candidates, ballot questions, where and when to vote, sample ballots and more. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
2024-04-2201 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, April 18, 2024A brand new edition of The Oconee Enterprise is out on newsstands today. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
The 2024 Piedmont Garden Tour is coming to Oconee this weekend. Read more about how to get tickets and enjoy.
The Oconee County Schools Board of Ed made 3 new hires and hosted a budget workshop along with their regular meeting
2024-04-1801 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, April 17, 2024A special Election 2024 edition with a reminder to attend The Oconee Enterprise and Oconee County Observations Board of Education Candidate Forum April 25, 2024 from 6-8pm.
Subscribe today to be sure you receive next week's election guide complete with sample ballots at OconeeEnterprise.com
2024-04-1701 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsTuesday, April 16, 2024The USPS continues to have significant delays.
A local salon owner and stylist is now serving on the State Cosmetology Board.
Oconee's Own Magpie Clockworks will have a Q and A with reporter Caitlin Farmer.
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2024-04-1601 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMonday, April 8, 2024The Oconee Enterprise spent time with our friends at Love.Craft Athens over the weekend.
High School Baseball continued over Spring Break.
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2024-04-0801 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsFriday, April 5, 2024Join us for the next two weeks as we highlight the work of the American Cancer Society.
Relay for Life will be held Friday, April 19 from 6-10pm at Oconee County Middle School.
Donate online at here to help us jumpstart fundraising.
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2024-04-0502 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, April 3, 2024OCAF has made two new hires, including an interim director.
Sine Die happened at the Gold Dome last week.
The Oconee Farmers Market is back.
Read more including details of a fatal accident in this week's edition of The Oconee Enterprise. Subscribe at OconeeEnterprise.com
2024-04-0301 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMonday, April 1, 2024Oconee and North Oconee Boys and Girls Lacrosse played over the weekend.
Athens Academy Soccer hosted Cedar Shoals for their Senior Night on Friday.
Send sports tips to Sports Editor Stuart Steele at SportsEditor@OconeeEnterprise.com
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2024-04-0101 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, March 21, 2024Out on newsstands now, the March 21st edition of The Oconee Enterprise is packed from cover to cover with important news.
Dig a little deeper past the front page to learn about the Town of Bishop and City of Bogart monthly meetings.
Visit the forum page for our opinion and cartoon.
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2024-03-2101 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, March 20, 2024Hear an update on the Akhil Crumption sentancing hearing.
What does everyone ask a 100 year old? How did you make it to 100? What is your advice? Hear the answer and more.
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2024-03-2001 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMonday, March 18, 2024The Hog Mountain Derby was the highlight of the weekend. Oconee and North Oconee Girls and Boys soccer faced off Friday night.
Athens Academy Boys and Girls Tennis Played Last Thursday at home.
A NOHS golfer shot a 62 on Saturday.
This and more in The Oconee Enterprise found online at OconeeEnterprise.com.
North High Shoals will be meeting at 7pm tonight to discuss changing the day and time they meet. At 7:30, they will have their regularly schedule meeting. Read a previous story about the meeting here.
2024-03-1801 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, March 14, 2024Be sure to catch the new edition of The Oconee Enterprise on newsstands and in mailboxes today. Online at OconeeEnterprise.com 24/7
Young Scholar, Emory Shepherd shares a season preview of the North Oconee Gymnastics program.
As we near the first day of Spring, there are many opportunities to participate outside this weekend. Touch a Truck, the Watkinsville Egg Hunt, and more.
2024-03-1401 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, March 13, 2024Election qualifying is complete for the May General Primary and November General Election. Hear from candidates Adam Hammond, Katie Green, and John Michael Grigsby this week.
Oconee County Schools approved an increase in pay for School Nutrition workers and OCHS Principal Kevin Yancey will move to the board office as Director of Student Services for Oconee County Schools effective June 3rd.
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2024-03-1301 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsTuesday, March 12, 2024In business news this week, we will feature our second installment of Oconee's Own featuring Magistrate Judge Richard Connolly.
Jack's Cheesecake is now baking in the food court at Georgia Square Mall.
The Oconee Enterprise is looking to partner with a community group for a subscription drive. A portion of the proceeds from the sale would support the organization. Email Amanda@OconeeEnterprise.com for more information.
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2024-03-1201 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMonday, March 11, 2024It has been a big week in sports. The North Oconee Boys Basketball team will be featured on the front page of the newspaper, as well as on the front page of the sports section.
The Oconee County Boys and Girls Soccer teams are off to a dominating start.
Prince Avenue Boys and Girls Tennis will face Loganville today at OVP.
Oconee County Little League Opening Day was rained out.
Note: Tonight, March 11, there is an Oconee County Board of Education Meeting. In the March 7 edition of The Oconee Enterprise, a...
2024-03-1101 min
Oconee Matters with The OE News2024 Election QualifyingTune in to hear all of the candidates who have qualified in the May 21, 2024 General Election Primary and the November 5, 2024 General Election. Find ongoing coverage of these elections at https://www.oconeeenterprise.com/category/election2024/ and in The Oconee Enterprise.
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2024-03-0904 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsFriday, March 8, 2024Have you ever wondered what a Grand Jury does? Have you ever been surprised by a property being rezoned? Ever wonder how you can apply to bid on a government project? Look no further than the legal ads in The Oconee Enterprise. Today we give you a quick run down on why we have them and why it's important that legal ads appear in newspapers.
Have a question about how the newspaper works? Email us at Announcements@OconeeEnterprise.com with a question to be answered on an upcoming podcast.
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2024-03-0801 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsNOHS State Champions!A bonus episode to celebrate North Oconee High School Boys Basketball, 4A State Champions.
Read the full story online: https://www.oconeeenterprise.com/2024/03/07/north-oconee-boys-basketball-caps-historic-season-with-first-state-championship/
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2024-03-0701 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsThursday, March 7, 2024If a story doesn't make the front page, is it even worth reading? Of course! Every week, we feature a Good News column written by a local religious leader and Jane Bath brings us advice on preparing our garden.
You may also have noticed our Pets of the Week have moved to a color page. Reach out to Oconee County Animal Services to learn more about adoption or volunteering.
Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review The Main Street Minute and share with all of your friends.
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2024-03-0701 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsWednesday, March 6, 2024In top news this week, the Oconee County Library has opened their new location at Wire Park. Election qualifying is underway for Federal, State, and local offices. Oconee County is working to expand broadband access. A case dropped by the District Attorney's office was resurrected and tried in the Alcovy District Court this week.
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2024-03-0601 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsTuesday, March 5, 2024Are you preparing to purchase new hens for your backyard flock? Check out this week's business page for a breakdown of ten different hens by Charlotte Mills.
Help the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce celebrate the 50th Annual Fall Festival, learn about two new businesses in Oconee, and more.
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2024-03-0501 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMonday, March 4, 2024Catch up on Sports News for the March 7th edition of The Oconee Enterprise. North Oconee Boys are moving onto the state championship. Athens Academy Boys and North Oconee Girls have ended their seasons. Spring sports are in full swing.
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2024-03-0401 min
Oconee Matters with The OE NewsMeet The Main Street MinuteWe know life is busy. That is why The Oconee Enterprise is launching a new podcast that will highlight the week's news in just a minute or two. Listen while you drive from one end of Main Street to the next, make a cup of coffee, wrestle your toddler into a carseat, or tie your shoes. Find the newspaper online at OconeeEnterprise.com 24/7 for the latest news in Oconee County, Georgia.
2024-02-2800 min
Make Your RemarkableMake Your Remarkable Podcast | Official TrailerGet ready for a brand new podcast from Oconee State Bank dropping May 3, 2023!
You make an impact on everyone you encounter. Make Your Remarkable, hosted by Oconee State Bank, connects and unites people from all walks of life to learn about leadership, personal growth, and much more. Our goal is to ignite purpose and inspire passion in our listeners by talking to local influencers about their road to success and leaving a lasting mark on their community. “Make Your Remarkable” is here to help you answer the question, “how are you making your remarkable?” Subscribe for new episodes...
2023-04-2001 min