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Send us a textTucked away in the northwest corner of South Carolina, Oconee County reveals itself as an undiscovered treasure where natural beauty intertwines with captivating history. As I wandered through this Blue Ridge Mountain paradise, I uncovered the poignant legend of Issaquena, a brave Choctaw maiden who risked everything for love, leaving her name on what is now a magnificent 200-foot waterfall – just one of over 300 cascades dotting the county's landscape.My journey took me to Patriots Hall in Walhalla, where the sobering story of Staff Sergeant Lewis "Slim" Watkins unfolded. This local hero posthumously received the Congressional Medal of Honor after sacrificing his life to shield fellow Marines from a grenade during the Korean War. His medal rests there today, a testament to extraordinary courage in the face of certain death.Perhaps nothing captures Oconee's quirky character better than Stumphouse Tunnel – an ambitious 1850s railroad project abandoned after consuming over a million dollars, only to find new purpose a century later as Clemson University's unexpected blue cheese aging facility. This "tunnel to nowhere" now welcomes visitors curious about its unusual history.The county's spirit runs deep – quite literally – at Chattooga Bell Farm Distillery, where passionate master distiller Ben Wesley crafts exceptional rums and whiskeys from fruit grown steps away from the stills. Similarly, Two Horse Distillery, founded by former rodeo champions, honors their western legacy through carefully crafted spirits using mountain spring water.With four stunning lakes spanning thousands of acres, miles of hiking trails through ancient forests, and Class 3 and 4 rapids on the Chattooga River (yes, from the movie "Deliverance"), outdoor enthusiasts find endless adventure possibilities. Yet what struck me most was how every corner of Oconee County tells a story – Cherokee names etched on roadways, German churches standing since the 1850s, and prohibition-era moonshine caves hidden among the hills.Experience this remarkable destination where, as I discovered, "the US has stories everywhere – you just have to look where the tour buses don't bother going." Share your own Oconee adventures or discoveries from your travels by visiting thetravelingfool.com.Please subscribe and leave a review on I-Tunes. Feel free to drop me an email I would love to hear from you editor@thetravellingfool.com You can sign up for my email list Past Podcasts Follow me on social media FaceBook Twitter now X LinkedInInstagram
Presented by Kaiser PermanenteWe go over the results of day two of the GHSA soccer championships and prep your brackets for Day 3Oconee County Girls Head Coach Judson Hamby drops by to talk about one of the best matches you'll see all week and what the win means for the program
Welcome in for another edition of the Morning Espresso from the SDH Network, brought to you by Oglethorpe University, Atlanta's premier undergraduate learning experience and soccer powerhouse. It could be one of the most lucrative matches in the history of the game in the Europa League final as Manchester United will face Tottenham Hotspur with a Champions League spot on the line. The winner could earn over $130 million by being in next season's Champions League. For Spurs, it could mean Ange Postecoglu stays in his job as manager. For Ruben Amorim and Manchester United, it could mean they can go out in the transfer market and spend a bit while hopefully not having to lay anyone else off. In Spain on Sunday, the Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid could either essentially decide the title for Barca or open the door wide open against for Madrid to come back in the final three weeks of the season. The remaining schedule definitely favors Madrid, and a win would put them only one point behind Barcelona. In Portugal, if there is a winner between the eternal rivals Benfica and Sporting, that team will have the head-to-head tiebreaker in the league standings with one round of matches to go. Both teams are currently tied on points. A draw would make the final weekend very interesting with lots of scoreboard watching. In MLS this weekend, the big game is in Chester as 2nd-place Philadelphia hosts Eastern Conference leaders Columbus. Charlotte goes to Nashville, Austin goes to Cincinnati, and Miami travels to Minnesota. Sunday Night Soccer is a great one with Supporters' Shield leaders Vancouver hosting LAFC.We'll get the weekend started at Soldier Field as Atlanta United faces the Chicago Fire. Pregame coverage starts at 1:30 on 92.9 The Game with Abe Gordon and Madison Crews, Mike Conti and I will take over ahead of a 2:40pm kickoff. In girls high school soccer semifinals last night, we had both 3A semifinals on the SDH Network as Jefferson and Oconee County booked their spots in next week's final. Buford and Roswell have a chance to finish unbeaten as they advanced to their respective finals next week. Boys' high school semifinals tonight all over the state of Georgia before next week's championship game at three different sites.
The 3A girls semifinals take center stage on the SDH Network tonight as we'll have both matches available with radio calls starting at 6pm. Whitewater hosts back-to-back state champions Oconee County in Fayetteville while Jefferson hosts Cherokee Bluff. Go to soccerdownhere.net and click Listen, then select your match or bounce back and forth.Welcome in for another edition of the Morning Espresso from the SDH Network, brought to you by Oglethorpe University, Atlanta's premier undergraduate learning experience and soccer powerhouse.PSG has made their second Champions League final, defeating Arsenal 3-1 on aggregate, 2-1 yesterday in Paris. Luis Enrique has been the best manager in the world this season and he has remade this team in his image and achieved incredible success. They have to go through the 3-time champions Inter to lift the trophy, and remarkably, it's the first time these teams have ever met in official competition.The goalkeepers have been stars in the semifinals. Yann Sommer made a couple of mind-blowing saves on Lamine Yamal of Barcelona, Gianluigi Donnarumma turned into Superman as soon as he saw the English flag again and also stood on his head to lead PSG. I disagree with Mikel Arteta when he says that Arsenal were the better team in the competition, but I do think he's getting unfairly dragged in the media. He took a team without a healthy #9 as far as he could this season. They have to get that position right to compete with the best in England and in Europe. He's one of the best managers in the world today, give him the right squad to truly give him a chance to win a major trophy, I don't think he's had that yet and has done as much as he could.MLS won 15 of the 16 Round of 32 matches in the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup over the past two days. The Pittsburgh Riverhounds needed a stoppage time goal to upset NYCFC to keep it from being a clean sweep. Philadelphia needed penalties to get past Indy Eleven, multiple games needed extra time, Austin was 2-0 down at home to El Paso but stormed back to win 3-2. Good news on the business front for MLS as well, their sponsorship revenues are up double digits in 2025 compared to the same timeframe in 2024. 5 clubs were named in Sportico's Most Valuable Soccer Clubs in the World's Top 20, with 19 clubs making the Top 50, the most of any league in the world. While revenues aren't matching the top European clubs at the moment, security of the format along with top-notch infrastructure and ownership collaboration and cooperation have given MLS clubs a strong floor from which to grow their valuations. Arsene Wenger made the news yesterday, saying that his proposed change to the offside rule is imminent. Based on the way these rules have been altered in the past, that's not true. The trials of the new rule (essentially going from if any part of the body is offside then it's an infraction to if any part of the body is onside then it's good, giving the attacker a body length) have not been successful and more are needed to see if this gives the attack too much of an advantage. I do believe that the rule needs to be tweaked in light of video replay being used, but more testing is needed rather than something rash. Plenty more in the video and podcast editions of the Espresso, please check them out. More to come tomorrow morning on the SDH Network.
It's Day Four of Round One and we go through the scores and brackets to get you ready for the weekendMike Petite, head coach at Callaway, talks about the successes and challenges of coaching both programsChris Romano, boys head coach at Oconee County, talks about his season and matchup in Watkinsville as well
Welcome 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
Oconee 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. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
Oconee County and North Oconee Cheerleaders went to state. North Oconee defeated Eagles Landing at home. Oconee County defeated Westside-Augusta on the road. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
Oconee County does not have a lead issue in the water service lines. The Backyard BBQ Brawl raised money for Oconee Area Resource Council. Striplings annual hay bale decoration contest raised money for ESP. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
Hear the latest for all of the races found on Oconee County ballots. Visit our latest coverage at OconeeEnterprise.com and Subscribe today.
Oconee 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. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
Episode 127 - David Chudyk - Father, Wealth Advisor and Host of The Weekly Wealth Podcast Answers 3 QuestionsThe Weekly Wealth Podcast -Exploring the Mindsets, Tactics, and Strategies to help you to build and maintain wealth.As a financial planner with offices in Greenville and Seneca, South Carolina, David has been helping clients to build wealth since 2005. David began his career in the financial services arena in 2002. In 2005, David had the opportunity to purchase an insurance and financial services agency in Seneca, SC, and later, in 2006 obtained the prestigious Certified Financial Planner designation. During his career, David has won numerous company and local awards.David believes that it is his duty to shepherd his clients by empowering them to make the best possible financial decisions for the reasons that are important to them. By developing plans and strategies for business owners and individuals for all areas of financial planning, such as investment planning, risk management, tax planning, estate planning, etc., David believes that he can help his clients' overall financial wellbeing.As an entrepreneur, David has held to the philosophy that “we all need to do our parts to make the world a better place.” He is currently heading a financial literacy program for the Foothills Care Center and is on the Board of Directors of Crimestoppers of Oconee County. David has won the United Way of Oconee County's small business of the year for company giving on several occasions.David and Jill, his wife of 20+ years live on Lake Hartwell in Anderson, SC, and are the proud parents of three boys… two of which are twins. All three boys are very active in club soccer. Through all of the busyness of their family and professional lives, David and Jill have always strived to remain active. David has run five marathons, completed the 300 mile ride4life cycling event twice, and completed the 100+ mile Assault on Mt Mitchell twice. In his previous career, David was a Tennis Professional and has taken the game back up after a 19-year absence.https://www.weeklywealthpodcast.com/___https://dadspace.camusic provided by Blue Dot SessionsSong: The Big Ten https://app.sessions.blue/browse/track/258270
North 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. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
Oconee County Schools has released their Teachers of the Year. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com for all the latest Oconee County news! Use code SEPT24 for 20% off a one-year subscription during the month of September.
An Oconee County resident filed a lawsuit District Attorney Deborah Gonzalez for blocking his access to two Facebook pages connected to the DA. The municipalities of Bishop and Bogart are ushering in the fall with day-long celebrations this month. Meet our farmer of the month, Jeremiah Peters. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com Use code SEPT24 for 20% off a one-year subscription during the month of September.
The 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 Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com Use code SEPT24 for 20% off a one-year subscription during the month of September.
Westminster Christian is now 3-0. Oconee County dropped their third game to Morgan County. Prince Avenue lost a heartbreaker to Blessed Trinity. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com Enter promo code SEPT24 at the bottom of the page for 20% off a year subscription.
The USPS is proposing another change that will negatively effect Oconee County. The Commercial Bank turns 100 years old today. See the latest restaurant health scores. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
Fat Boy doesn't know why Labor Day is a holiday, but he'll take it, plus Hey Dude shoes that glow in the dark, why man? Headlines with a dummy in Oconee County pulling a knife on a deputy before he got on a bus Sports with a new Vince McMahon doc announced for Netflix
Oconee County Little League's season has ended. Get a preview of the Backyard Brawl. Oconee County faces North Oconee in volleyball. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
The City of Bogart will keep a rollback millage rate. A GoFundMe has been set up to help a woman who died while metal detecting. You can donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/honoring-ashley-griffin-support-her-childrens-future?lang=en_US&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link Did you ever notice Oconee County doesn't have the classic red fire hydrants? Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
Learn 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. Subscribe online to The Oconee Enterprise at OconeeEnterprise.com
Over 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. Subscribe online at OconeeEnterprise.com
This 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
I happen to think having Atlantan Chase Oliver on the presidential ballot as the Libertarian party candidate this November takes Georgia off the table for Biden/Harris. Hear why I believe the actions of Mayor Andre Dickens and the majority on Atlanta's city council have cost the President a key chunk of the state's grassroots liberal activists' support. I spoke with Mishael White, aiming to represent district 81 in the Georgia House, today. He's up against a MAGA ne'er do well named Noelle Kahaian, whose platform consists of Trumpian platitudes but little substantively to address any state legislative goals for the district. White, on the other hand, had plenty to discuss with me by way of tangible solutions for his district. Yesterday's guest, Seth Taylor, revealed one potential "GOP plant" disguised as a Democrat who won the party's Congressional primary for the 11th Congressional district. I spoke of two others in Oconee County, but wait: there's more.
Seth Taylor, a Fulton County Democratic Party captain and 2024 DNC delegate "outed" 11th Congressional district Democratic Party nominee Katy Stamper as a "GOP plant." If she isn't, she's at the very least an anti-trans "secure the border" moderate. Then again, she lives in Cherokee County, where a school board vice chair is also openly anti-trans and nothing was done about that ,so ... While discussing the Cherokee School Board, Seth pointed to a 2022 story in Pro Publica where another primary winner, Republican Noelle Kahaian, was instrumental in running off that school system's hired-but-never-employed DEI candidate. At least they're consistent. Oh ,and what of the two Oconee County "Democrats" (who aren't) running for county-level offices? Do local ad state Dems need to do a better job vetting (or finding) candidates? Lastly, Chase Oliver - and not RFK Jr. nor Donald Trump - secured the Libertarian party's Presidential nomination over The weekend, and I happen to think that's bad news for Biden/Harris in Georgia, at minimum. He's under 40 (37), gay, pro-choice, pro-pot, pro-"ceasefire now" oh and anti-"Cop City". Good luck convincing me that combination doesn't win over some of the same grassroots activists Democrats usually rely on.
The City of Bogart is continuing the process of updating their building code to align with Oconee County. The Planning Commission is recommending a denial for a duplex proposal just north of Watkinsville. The Town of North High Shoals is being sued. Today is your last chance to vote in the General Election Primary. Polls are open from 7a.m.-7p.m. You can find your polling information at mvp.sos.ga.gov View our election guide and election coverage at OconeeEnterprise.com where you can also subscribe anytime.
Oconee County sports are on fire this off season. There were contenders in Baseball, Soccer, Tennis, Track, and more. Subscribe to stay up to date at OconeeEnterprise.com
The 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
Hear 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. Subscribe online to The Oconee Enterprise at OconeeEnterprise.com for this an all the latest news in Oconee County.
It 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 legal notice was published that read: “Notice is given that there will be introduced at the 2024 regular session of the General Assembly of Georgia a bill to reconstitute the Board of Education of Oconee County; and for other purposes.” Our understanding is that this matter will be discussed at tonight's meeting although it is not on the agenda. We have not received a copy of what the legal ad references nor have we found it on the General Assembly of Georgia page or Oconee County Schools website. Subscribe to The Oconee Enterprise online at OconeeEnterprise.com where you can also request home delivery.
In 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. For all of this and more, subscribe to The Oconee Enterprise at OconeeEnterprise.com
We 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.
Workforce development was a major topic of conversation when Matt Martin and Erika Bell recently met with business and community leaders in Pickens County and Oconee County, South Carolina. In this episode, Martin and Bell discussed what they learned during their visit. Two local workforce development leaders — Jeromy Arnett and Ray Farley of Alliance Pickens — also shared their stories. Full transcript and related links: https://www.richmondfed.org/podcasts/speaking_of_the_economy/2024/speaking_2024_01_24_workforce_development
There have been a number of strange disappearances and deaths recently in Oconee County, located in the Blue Mountain foothills. The latest of these being in 2019 when 26 year old Faith Roach was last seen getting into a van with an unidentified male. Almost 5 year later, she has yet to be found. Also, If you're in the mood for a good scare, then the Lands End Road will be sure to live up to its reputation as the most haunted road in the state. And later, if you've had the pleasure of spending time in Columbia, you'll know that the city prides itself on history, entertainment, and college football. But what about its abundance of ghosts? Lands End Light caught on camera: https://youtu.be/ubEX-mSy5TI?si=M-661G8aCvJFbE-2 paranormalitymag.com/spookshow --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scspookshow/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scspookshow/support
Luna Shark Productions continues its mission of getting the story straight and giving voice to victims by presenting part two of “A Mystery Mountain: What Happened to April Jones?” So much has happened in the Murdaugh case over the past week. It's honestly mind-blowing the twists and turns this story continues to take. We'll get into ALL of this very soon. However, in this special episode of True Sunlight Podcast, Eric Alan Daume reports from the Blue Ridge mountains of South Carolina and continues his investigation into April's death, as well as the deaths of Kevin Craig and John Evans and the disappearance of Faith Roach. While in the middle of reporting on this compelling story — and as more and more doesn't seem to add up — Eric finds himself caught off-guard by grim news, deepening the mystery of these Oconee County tragedies. Eric Alan's reporting is not only thorough and fearless, it's compelling and will have you on the edge of your seat as he grapples with the unexpected and confronts the challenges we've all experienced in our reporting on true crime stories. In this latest episode, he has invited all of us behind the scenes on his journey to get at the truth about these mysterious deaths and disappearances in Oconee County. It's been a while since we first introduced “A Mountain Mystery.” We invite you to return to True Sunlight Episode #15 to relisten to Part One. And find Eric Alan's YouTube channel where he has published a number of video episodes on this spellbinding saga Thank you to ALL OF YOU for listening and for helping us shine the light on this important case. Learn more about Eric Alan and his Compelling True Crime Documentaries here: https://www.youtube.com/@Eric-Alan Join Luna Shark Premium today at Lunashark.Supercast.com. Premium Members also get access to searchable case files, written articles with documents, case photos, episode videos and exclusive live experiences with our hosts on lunasharkmedia.com all in one place. CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOE. And for those just wanting ad-free listening without all the other great content, we now offer ad-free listening on Apple Podcast through a subscription to Luna Shark Plus on the Apple Podcasts App. SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new shows and updates. CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBMJcP And a special thank you to our sponsors: Microdose.com, PELOTON, and VUORI. Use promo code "MANDY" for a special offer! For current & accurate updates: TrueSunlight.com facebook.com/TrueSunlightPodcast/ Instagram.com/TrueSunlightPod Twitter.com/mandymatney Twitter.com/elizfarrell youtube.com/@LunaSharkMedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Top headlines for Nov. 17, 2023:Cops on the Coop back raising money for Special Olympic AthletesNew Union Pier team says public interest will be at the forefront of planningCharleston Police seek more information in deadly downtown gas station shootingFormer Orangeburg Co. teacher accused of having sexual relationship with teen‘SC's first': SCDP chair after New Hampshire defies Democratic primary calendarDeputy and suspect shot after chase in Oconee County
GDP Script/ Top Stories for Sept 27th Publish Date: Sept 26th From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast Today is Wednesday, September 27th, and happy heavenly birthday to musician Meatloaf. **** **** I'm Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Mall of Georgia Chrysler Dodge Jeep. Jackson EMC Foundation awards $37K to agencies serving Gwinnett County residents Contemporary Classics offers 'A Karaoke Riot!' as first production of the season Around the World in the DTL returns to Lawrenceville All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1 : M.O.G. Story 1: Jackson EMC Foundation awards $37K to agencies serving Gwinnett County residents The Jackson EMC Foundation board of directors has awarded a total of $196,771 in grants, with $37,500 allocated to organizations serving Gwinnett County residents. The grants include: $15,000 to Boy With a Ball in Buford for curriculum materials to support the Velocity Cross Age Mentoring program. This program pairs high school mentors with middle school students in Gwinnett County, focusing on building connectedness, self-esteem, identity, and academic skills. $15,000 to Barrow Ministry Village in Winder for its counseling program, offering affordable counseling services to needy families in Jackson EMC's service area. The program targets individuals dealing with PTSD, anxiety, and family issues. $7,500 to Bethel Haven in Watkinsville for its Mental Health Counseling Program, providing mental health services and therapeutic counseling sessions for distressed children, teens, adults, and families in Jackson EMC's service counties. These grants are made possible through the Operation Round Up program, where cooperative members round up their electric bills to support local initiatives. Since 2005, this program has contributed over $19.4 million to communities served by Jackson EMC. Eligible individuals and charitable organizations in the 10-county service area may apply for Foundation grants, and membership with Jackson EMC is not a requirement.....…..read more at gwinnettdailypost.com STORY 2: Contemporary Classics offers 'A Karaoke Riot!' as first production of the season Contemporary Classics Theatre is set to kick off its new season with "A Karaoke Riot!"—a contemporary adaptation of Clifford Odets' 1930s play "Waiting for Lefty." Directed by Mike Weiselberg, the play offers a unique twist: audience participation. Ticket holders will be part of a special environment where they play the role of "ride share" drivers in a taxi strike, adding an immersive element to the experience. The play combines humor and satire with serious themes, highlighting the importance of fair wages and workplace respect. "A Karaoke Riot!" will be performed on October 20 and 21 at Sweetwater Bar and Grill in Duluth, Georgia. STORY 3: Around the World in the DTL returns to Lawrenceville Lawrenceville is hosting "Around the World in the DTL," a two-day festival in partnership with the Atlanta International Night Market. The event, taking place on the Lawrenceville Lawn, celebrates the city's diverse cultures and communities. Visitors can enjoy an international bazaar with unique items and global cuisine. The festival includes entertainment such as exotic dance performances and cultural showcases. On Friday, "Los Chicos del 512: The Selena Experience – Selena Tribute" will be featured on the Lawrenceville Lawn Stage. Saturday offers a showcase of performances and culinary delights from around the world, with over 50 vendors and more. The event aims to promote cultural diversity and understanding in the community. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We'll be right back Break 2: Slappey – Tom Wages - Obits – Cumming Fair STORY 4: Gwinnett County champs lead way at Wingfoot XC Classic At the Wingfoot XC Classic, Gwinnett County champions Jewel Wells and Jameson Pifer stood out. Wells finished 8th in the Varsity Championship Girls race with a time of 18:37, while Pifer secured the 12th position in the Varsity Championship Boys competition with a time of 15:35. Mill Creek's girls, including Wells, placed 13th with 318 points. Wesleyan's girls finished 12th with 307 points. Pifer, along with other top Gwinnett finishers Wood Moore and Eli Griggs, contributed to their respective teams' performances. Mill Creek's boys finished 17th overall. STORY 5: International players boost Providence Christian football's historic start Providence Christian's football team has seen success thanks in part to the addition of international players, including six from Canada, five from Germany, and one each from England and Denmark. These players have contributed to the team's undefeated start to the season. The influx of international talent began under previous head coach Joe Sturdivant, who has extensive experience coaching football overseas. The players seek opportunities to play college football in the U.S., and they have adjusted to the differences in climate, competition level, and speed of the game. Their presence has enriched the school's culture and provided diverse backgrounds on the team. We'll be back in a moment Break 3: ESOG – Ingles 2 STORY 6: Peachtree Ridge defeats Dunwoody in softball Peachtree Ridge dominated Dunwoody with a 10-2 victory in fastpitch softball. Kenadie Garcia excelled as the winning pitcher with an RBI double. A.J. Muhammad, Amiya Hunt, and Mariella Morales played key roles in the Lions' offense. Mountain View had a successful day, winning two Region 8-AAAAAAA games, including a 15-0 victory over Central Gwinnett and a 6-2 win over Dacula. Riley Ashby and Rylie Smith were standouts. Brookwood defeated Duluth 8-0 in five innings, with Lorelei Sullivan and Nya Langlais leading the way. Archer secured an 11-3 victory over Shiloh, with Kaylee Lapides and Mia Johnson standing out. Discovery suffered a 25-8 loss to Chestatee in volleyball. Hebron Christian split their volleyball matches, defeating Franklin County but losing to Oconee County. Key players included Addison Griffin, Malia Silva, and Brooke Thao. STORY 7: Ambulance involved in 'serious injury' crash at intersection of Jimmy Carter Blvd. A serious accident occurred involving an ambulance and a passenger car at the intersection of Jimmy Carter Blvd. and Quails Lake Village Lane. The Gwinnett County Police are investigating the incident. The driver of the car is being treated at a local hospital, while no one from Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services was injured. The ambulance was responding to a medical call with lights and sirens on, traveling in the center turn lane due to heavy traffic. The car attempted a left turn in front of the ambulance, resulting in a collision on the driver's side. The investigation is ongoing, and details are preliminary. We'll have final thoughts after this. Break 4: Henssler 60 Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Gwinnett Daily Post podcast. 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Welcome to episode 42 of Coon Hunting Confidentials!Every other Wednesday, The HT Mafia mixes their uniqueness, coon hunting, comedy, and creepy stories to bring you all-new episodes of CHC!!In this episode, the HT Mafia starts off the show with their unique back and forth banter. You never know where the conversation will lead. After they open the show with their goofiness, they go into the conversation with Dillon Nelson. Dillon is a coon hunter from North Carolina that grew up hunting in the HT Mafia's home state of South Carolina! Dillon tells them about an interesting encounter with something in a culvert while hunting in Oconee County with his Dad! They also talk about a new coon hunting apparel website that he started with his wife. Check them out at https://stonewall828.com/We hope you enjoy this episode and as always, THANK YOU for listening! Keep them dogs in the woods and happy hunting y'all!!!BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS! Just click the links below.WE ARE THE LED EXPERTS! – Bright Eyes LightsHavoc Hunting SupplyHELP US GROW, SPREAD THE WORD!You can find and follow us on Facebook!
"P" is for Perry, Maddie Elmina (1868 to 1957). Healing Evangelist, a native of Oconee County.
We desire to deploy people to the edges of Oconee County and to the end of the world as ambassadors of Christ, armed with the gospel and filled with the Spirit. (2 Cor. 5:18-20; Acts 1:8; Eph. 5:18; Acts 5:28-32) The post Deploy God’s People – Acts 1:8 appeared first on Seneca Baptist.
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GDP Script/ Top Stories for Sunday May 21st Publish Date: May 19th Friday From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast Today is Friday May 17th , and happy 70th birthday to Mr. T ***Mr. T cut**** I'm Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Mall of Georgia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Lawrenceville police looking for suspect in shooting at Five Forks Trickum Road and Old Snellville Highway State DOT Board green lights improvements for Georgia 316 Lawrenceville police looking for suspect in shooting at Five Forks Trickum Road and Old Snellville Highway We'll have all this and more on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast. Commercial : M.O.G. Story 1. shooting Lawrenceville police are seeking the public's help in an ongoing investigation regarding the shooting of a 54-year-old man. The incident occurred last week while the victim was commuting home from work. Riding a moped near the intersection of Five Forks Trickum Road and Old Snellville Highway around 11:30 p.m. on May 12, he was shot multiple times. The identity of the shooter remains unknown. Upon arrival, authorities found the victim lying on the road and promptly transported him to a local hospital. As of Wednesday, he remains in critical condition. If anyone witnessed the shooting or possesses information about the incident, they are urged to contact Lawrenceville Police Detective J. Woods at 770-670-5122 or email JWoods@LawrencevillePd.com. Alternatively, they can reach out to Crime Stoppers of Greater Atlanta at 404-577-8477 or visit www.StopCrimeATL.com, with the option to remain anonymous. STORY 2: 316 The State Transportation Board has given approval for a series of improvements on Georgia 316 between Lawrenceville and Athens to address traffic congestion and enhance safety. The first phase, estimated at $100 million, involves constructing grade-separated interchanges at the intersections of Georgia 316 with Bethlehem and Barber Creek roads in Barrow County. The Georgia Department of Transportation plans to issue a request for proposals in July, with the winning contractor announced in December. Construction is expected to begin in the fall of the following year. Two additional project bundles are planned for Oconee County and Barrow County, including grade-separated intersections and overpasses. The DOT will manage the projects while the State Road and Tollway Authority will handle funding. These improvements aim to alleviate bumper-to-bumper traffic and enhance travel experiences along the corridor. Story 3: Police Lawrenceville police are seeking your help in a critical case. Last week, a 54-year-old man was shot multiple times while heading home from work. According to Police Capt. Salvador Ortega, the incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. on May 12 in the area of Five Forks Trickum Road and Old Snellville Highway. Sadly, the identity of the shooter remains unknown. The victim was found lying in the roadway and was immediately taken to a local hospital. As of Wednesday, he remains in critical condition. We need your assistance. If you witnessed the shooting or have any information related to the incident, please reach out to Lawrenceville Police Detective J. Woods at 770-670-5122 or email JWoods@LawrencevillePd.com. Follow this case at gwinnettdailypost.com…….. we're back in a moment Commercial Peggy Slappey Commercial Tom Wages - then Obits STORY 4: Gwinnett Schools In In a recent decision, the Gwinnett County Board of Education has adopted a new health curriculum, separate from the proposed sex education curriculum that has stirred controversy for months. Despite initial plans to use one provider for both curriculums, the board's choice means there will now be a split between the district's health and sex education programs. HealthSmart will be utilized for the health curriculum, while Choosing the Best will remain the sex education curriculum, at least for now. During the discussion, there was some confusion among board members regarding the timeline and the possibility of having no sex education curriculum for a year. However, district staff confirmed that Choosing the Best, which has been in place for over 20 years, will continue to be in place. The controversy surrounding the proposed sex education curriculum, also provided by HealthSmart, has focused on concerns about promoting abstinence, addressing gender identity, and textbook images. Some board members expressed their preference for using the latest version of Choosing the Best, citing positive outcomes such as lower rates of sexually transmitted diseases and teen pregnancy in the county. Others are eager to begin the review process for a new sex education curriculum. Stay updated on this story at gwinnettdailypost.com Story 5: Scholarships Great news for nine high school seniors from Gwinnett County Public Schools! They have been awarded four-year, full-tuition scholarships by the Posse Foundation. The Posse Foundation, established in 1989, identifies exceptional public high school students who possess remarkable academic and leadership potential. These students may often be overlooked by traditional college selection processes. Posse offers them the opportunity to excel personally and academically by placing them in diverse teams called "Posses," consisting of 10 students. Partner colleges and universities collaborate with Posse to provide these scholars with four-year, full-tuition leadership scholarships. These scholars graduate at an impressive rate of 90% and make a significant impact both on campus and throughout their professional careers. Posse recruits students through its traditional program in various cities across the United States, including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, and New York, among others. They also have a Virtual Program that reaches even more students in cities like Charlotte, Dallas, and Philadelphia. Posse has partnered with over 60 esteemed colleges and universities nationwide. Some of the host institutions for Posse cohorts from the Atlanta chapter include Bard College, Boston University, Brandeis University, The College of Wooster, and The George Washington University. …back after this Commercial: City of Lawrenceville -GCPS job fair Story 6: DUI Gwinnett County police will launch Operation Whiskey Charlie, a traffic safety effort, this weekend before Memorial Day. The operation aims to target drivers who engage in speeding, aggressive driving, driving under the influence, or other traffic offenses. With 26 deaths from traffic collisions in 2023, the police department developed this initiative to emphasize the importance of adhering to traffic laws. By protecting lives and property and enhancing the community's quality of life, Operation Whiskey Charlie involves various units like Accident Investigation, Aviation, K-9, Community Response Teams, Special Investigations, and the Situational Awareness and Crime Response Center….We'll be back in a moment Story 7: Brown Get ready for some intense pickleball action in Peachtree Corners as the top players in the world gather for the Acrytech Atlanta Open, presented by Vizzy. Hosted at Life Time - Peachtree Corners, this tournament is part of the Carvana PPA Tour and one of the four Majors scheduled this year. With an estimated economic impact of $2.75 million, the event attracts players and fans from across the country. Pickleball, a unique blend of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, features paddles and courts similar to badminton, but with tennis court markings. Over 1,000 players have registered for the event, competing in various divisions including singles, doubles, mixed doubles, and age-based brackets. Don't miss the thrilling matches with top-ranked players like Ben Johns, Anna Leigh Waters, Anna Bright, Catherine Parenteau, and Tyson McGuffin. The Pro Championships will take place on Sunday, while amateur divisions will continue throughout the weekend……more in a moment Commercial: Ingles 8 Story 8: basketball Mill Creek High School recognized seniors Nate Eroh and Jonathan Taylor for their commitment to college basketball programs. Eroh, a 6-foot-6 forward, signed with Columbus State University after being named to the Region 8-7A All-Defensive Team in the previous season. Taylor, a 6-1 guard, signed with Southern Wesleyan University. He achieved recognition on the All-Region 8-7A Team, averaging 15.8 points per game. Congratulations to Nate Eroh and Jonathan Taylor on their achievements and best wishes for their college basketball careers. Henssler 60 Thanks again for listening to today's Gwinnett Daily Post podcast. Giving you important news about your community and telling great stories are what we do. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Get more news about your community at GwinnettDailyPost.com www.henslerkennesaw.com www.mallofgeorgiachryslerdodgejeep.com www.psponline.com www.wagesfuneralhome.com www.lawrencevillegga.org www.gcpsk12.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“P” is for Perry, Benjamin Franklin (1805-1886). Journalist, governor. One of antebellum South Carolina's preeminent Unionist political leaders, Perry was born in what is now Oconee County.
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E36 - The Basics of Money with David Chudyk - Credit Cards, Real Estate and More Money Wisdom Today we look at setting an example for our kids with money - David joins us to give us the BASICS of Money Management, including - when to get your kids a credit card? - renting or owning property - How Dave set up his son when he went off to university - How we need to improve who we are and how doing so impacts our finances More about our guest: As a financial planner with offices in Greenville and Seneca, South Carolina, David has been helping clients to build wealth since 2005. David began his career in the financial services arena in 2002. In 2005, David had the opportunity to purchase an insurance and financial services agency in Seneca, SC, and later, in 2006 obtained the prestigious Certified Financial Planner designation. During his career, David has won numerous company and local awards. David believes that it is his duty to shepherd his clients by empowering them to make the best possible financial decisions for the reasons that are important to them. By developing plans and strategies for business owners and individuals for all areas of financial planning, such as investment planning, risk management, tax planning, estate planning, etc., David believes that he can help his clients' overall financial wellbeing. As an entrepreneur, David has held to the philosophy that “we all need to do our parts to make the world a better place.” He is currently heading a financial literacy program for the Foothills Care Center and is on the Board of Directors of Crimestoppers of Oconee County. David has won the United Way of Oconee County's small business of the year for company giving on several occasions. David and Jill, his wife of 20+ years live on Lake Hartwell in Anderson, SC, and are the proud parents of three boys… two of which are twins. All three boys are very active in club soccer. Through all of the busyness of their family and professional lives, David and Jill have always strived to remain active. David has run five marathons, completed the 300 mile ride4life cycling event twice, and completed the 100+ mile Assault on Mt Mitchell twice. In his previous career, David was a Tennis Professional and has taken the game back up after a 19-year absence. https://www.weeklywealthpodcast.com/ Dave's Financial Business Bio Page david@parallelfinancial.com ___ https://dadspace.ca/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dad-space-podcast/message
In this episode, host Keri Beach chats with 3rd grade teacher Lynette Vargo from Westminster Elementary School in Oconee County about her teaching journey and the shifts she's making to make learning more personal for her students. Hear more about her approach to small group instruction, assessments, and data tracking to help her students own their learning! Subscribe, share, & plug into the SCDE Office of Personalized Learning resources here: https://linktr.ee/scpersonalize #PersonalizeSC
In the 1980's the "Future Farmers Of America" changed their name to simply the "FFA" because they knew that they were helping to create opportunities for students, inside and outside of agriculture, that went beyond traditional farming. What a move by this organization! Looking at the results they are getting in 2022 with their top achieving students, you can see just how much further the influence of the FFA has been able to spread since making that move. Today's guest, Marin Lonnee, is a perfect example of the results of this decision. Marin was introduced to the FFA through a middle school agriculture class when she was in the 6th Grade. That class exposed her, not only to the FFA, but to agriculture, research and her own, innate talents. The spark that lit the fire with that first class has resulted in years of research by Marin. Marin's research has not always been solely focused on projects that fit within the parameters of the FFA, but most of the time it has been. Regardless of where it fit, her research has always included a social component with a practical impact on people and the betterment of their lives. Today, Marin is an American Star Finalist in the category of Agriscience Research. In speaking with her about what she has done, the reasons she has chosen her research project and her vision for their applications it is no mystery at all why she has been nominated for this prestigious award! SUPERVISED AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE: Agriscience Research HIGH SCHOOL: Oconee County High School; Watkinsville, Georgia MASCOT: Warriors FFA ADVISOR: Chelsea Bengaud CONTACT INFORMATION FOR MARIN LONNEE: Click on the picture below to be taken to the Oconee County High School Website: Marin's FFA Advisor's Email Address: cbegnaud@oconeeschools.org Oconee County High School Telephone Number: 706.769.6655 FFA LINKS: National FFA Organization Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE's) Support FFA Donate to FFA - One way that FFA students are able to start small businesses is through an FFA grant of $1,000. In 2014, 141 FFA students received these grants. With your donations, more students can get this head start - pay it forward. REASONS TO DONATE TO FFA: Only 2% of Americans grow and raise most of the food and livestock consumed by the other 98% as well as the rest of the world. FFA is providing the needed education, training and resources to Americans that will carry that torch forward and insure that America continues to have inexpensive, quality food. Rural Communities will rely on entrepreneurship in the future for population growth and job creation. The FFA is a major catalyst to that entrepreneurial growth. Farmers, ranchers and those working in agriculture give the rest of America incredible amounts of freedom because the search for food is as simple as going to the grocery store: “The future of American agriculture depends on the involvement and investment in America's youth, In order to prepare for the population of tomorrow, we need to encourage America's youth today, and show that careers in agriculture are profitable, rewarding, and vital.”.U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Sonny Perdue More Places You Can Listen to Off-Farm Income And Matt Brechwald:
The Arc of SC and The Arc of Oconee County serve the Upstate of South Carolina and ensure that people with disabilities are able to fully participate in the community. Danni Bloom and Laura Price tell me a little more about the programs which make this possible. Learn more by visiting arcsc.org or arcofoconee.org.
On this edition of The Bengal Tiger Podcast, Billy Embody is joined by Watkinsville (Ga.) Oconee County standout Whit Weeks, who talks about his LSU commitment, his huge game against Athens (Ga.) Clarke Central and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This weeks guest is the Photographer, Writer, and Filmmaker Chris Greer. It is a great conversation that you don't want to miss!Chris Greer is an award-winning photographer, author, college professor, and television producer. He produces and co-hosts the TV show View Finders which chronicles the adventures of two photographers in search of beautiful locations to photograph. Chris wrote and photographed the best-selling book Georgia Discovered: Exploring the Best of the Peach State and he photographed the upcoming book Naturally Georgia: From the Mountains to the Coast. His work has been featured in galleries, exhibitions, magazines, and a wide range of online media. When he isn't taking photos or teaching classes at Georgia College, he resides in Oconee County with his wife and two young boys.https://chrisgreerphotography.com
Originally Aired May 13 2022 This morning I'm giving you the details of a cold case out of Oconee South Carolina. In 1986, Mark Lee was brutally beaten and killed in his home and there have still been no arrests. If you know anything please contact the Oconee County Sheriff's Office at 864-638-4111. In Kingstree SC a family is wondering why the confessed murderer of two sisters is now walking the streets. And in Greer SC, Duncan Alexander Burrell-Gordon has been missing since May 4th. You can hear all the details of these cases on today's episode. Facebook: @3MPodcast Twitter: @3MPodcast3 TikTok: @3MPodcast Instagram: @Andrea.TripleM YouTube: https://bit.ly/3apYTV0 Intro music: Phoenix Tail/ The Scenery / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Background music: Bonnie Grace / Far Far Far / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Research assistance provided by: Stevie the Cat --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mysterymurdermayhem/message
This morning I'm giving you the details of a cold case out of Oconee South Carolina. In 1986, Mark Lee was brutally beaten and killed in his home and there have still been no arrests. If you know anything please contact the Oconee County Sheriff's Office at 864-638-4111.In Kingstree SC a family is wondering why the confessed murderer of two sisters is now walking the streets. And in Greer SC, Duncan Alexander Burrell-Gordon has been missing since May 4th.You can hear all the details of these cases on today's episode.Facebook: @3MPodcastTwitter: @3MPodcast3TikTok: @3MPodcastYouTube: https://bit.ly/3apYTV0Intro music: Phoenix Tail/ The Scenery / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.comBackground music: Bonnie Grace / Far Far Far / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Research assistance provided by: Stevie the Cat
On May 14th and 15th, Churches from across Oconee County are gathering together for a weekend of worship at the Farm Center in Seneca, SC. On today's episode, we'll sit down with a couple of worship leaders to learn more about the event. We'll also take a deeper dive into worship culture, some of the controversies surrounding it, and learn how we can develop an authentic sense of worship in a seemingly inauthentic world.
Today we're traveling back in time to the 1940's to explore how a pile of rocks laid the foundation for revival in the small town of Seneca, SC. Jody Smith and Kyle Nicholson sit down with us to discuss the history behind the movement that impacted Oconee County for years to come.
At 26 years old, Riley Morningstar is younger than everyone who works for him at The Journal newspaper in Seneca. Less than a year ago, Morningstar became the editor of the newspaper and dived into making it the news outlet of record in Oconee County. When he was a student at Clemson, Morningstar was an intern for Tigerillustrated.com. He also served as a student assistant in the men's basketball program during the Tigers' run to the Round of 16. Morningstar talks how he chose the journalism path even though Clemson doesn't have a journalism school. He shares what it's like to draw the ire of public officials and even the public when he presses for information he deems of value to his readers. And he shares what it was like in the fall of 2016 when he asked a question Dabo Swinney didn't like and found himself on the receiving end of an epic Swinney tirade. Morningstar still has the audio of the rant, which came a few days after Clemson's only loss in a national championship season.
Welcome to the Hills & Hollows Podcast! Each week, our team will be sitting down with community leaders, moms, dads, business owners, and anyone and everyone in between to talk about the things that matter most to you...like how to be a better parent, how to be a better spouse, or just how to navigate difficult relationships or situations that we're in. We're also going to take on some harder topics like depression, anxiety, and insecurity. You name it. And we mean it, we'll be taking your questions and tackling the things that matter most. So here's what we'd love for you to do. We'd love for you to simply subscribe on YouTube and Spotify so that each week, you'll be able to catch the most recent episodes of Hills and Hollows. And finally, our goal, our purpose in all we do, is to help people find and follow Jesus. And that's our hope here... that with the help of Jesus and a bunch of friends, you'll join us on this incredible adventure to purpose and community in Oconee County and beyond.
I'm excited to invite you to my conversation with Margo Candelario. Margo is an author, a visual artist, and the owner and operator of a female run multi-generational family farm in Oconee County, Georgia. Margo runs Young Female Farmers with her mother, and her three daughters. They offer fresh produce, baked goods, and wildcrafted tinctures. Margo started her career on Wall Street but after the birth of her daughter, her and her husband decided to move to rural Georgia. Although she loved the blue sky and fresh air, she felt like a fish out of water and had a difficult time adjusting and finding work. Coming from a successful career in finance, the only jobs she could find in Georgia were low paying service positions. Her husband Phil, seeing Margo's struggle to find gainful employment, offered to be the sole-financial provider for their family so that Margo stay home with their daughters.Leaving the workforce was a welcomed refocus until tragedy struck. While pregnant with their third daughter, Phil suffered a massive heart attack and passed away at age 34. Margo became a single mother overnight and had to find a way to take care of her family. Weighing her limited options, she decided that the only feasible option as a pregnant, single mother was to start her own business.She began making sweet potato pies and selling them at farmers markets and then expanded into fresh produce - making a point to visit food deserts in their area to provide fresh vegetables to people in her community that wouldn't otherwise have access. Farming and entrepreneurship allowed Margo to bloom and build a new beautiful chapter for herself and her girls.In our conversation today we speak about Margo's journey from Wall Street to rural Georgia, healing through the soil, and the wisdom she has gathered through following her heart's path all these years.This is a story about family, love, overcoming extreme tragedy, and celebrating life. I hope you enjoy it.To find additional interview responses, images from Margo's farm and links to her work and social accounts, visit the Urban Exodus Blog.
On this week's Football Fridays In Georgia podcast, GPB's Jon Nelson and Hannah Goodin talk to Oconee County Head Coach Travis Noland about his 4-0 start and what to expect from his team for the rest of the season. He also tells the story about when he learned his son Zeb Noland was named the starting quarterback for the University of South Carolina. Jon and Hannah also recap last week's big matchups and preview our GPB Sports game of the week.
We're back this week with a special report regarding the life of Elijah James Wood, who was shot in neighboring Oconee County, Georgia on March 19. While police continue their investigation and search for the killer who is still at-large, host Cameron Jay takes a moment to bring the focus back to Elijah and his life, by speaking with some of his family members. We have all heard so much about what happened that night. We've heard a lot of buzz and speculation about who might be involved. But Classic City Crime wants to make sure that Elijah's life and his impact on others is not minimized in all of that. If you or someone you knows has any information that could lead to the arrest of the person(s) responsible for Elijah's death, please contact Detective Zach Eaton at zeaton@oconeesheriff.org. Visit the OCSO's official website for the case at https://www.WhoKilledElijah.com. To hear our exclusive interview with Sheriff Hale, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbIzUshXtuI © 2021 Classic City Crime. All rights reserved. *Disclaimer: The views and stories told by those interviewed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of host Cameron Jay, co-producer Kyle Kizziah, or Classic City Crime.* Music: Neosporin on my Ankle by a CCC friend Oak Studios: https://www.patreon.com/m/5449920/posts
In today's Special Edition we sit down with Dr. Curt Miller. Curt serves as the Athletic Director at Oconee County High School in Watkinsville, GA and is the Vice President of the Georgia High School Association's Board of Trustees. Curt also serves as the committee chairman for the GHSA Reclassification Committee and he wraps up the first meeting of the reclassification process held on Monday, August 23rd at the GHSA offices in Thomaston, GA.
In this episode we talk to Travis Noland, Head football coach at Oconee High School. Coach Noland is starting his 24th year as a head coach and the Warriors are coming off back to back state finals appearances.
City of Hope Athens is a nonprofit ministry that serves those who are so often overlooked and ignored in our local community. Geoff Rushing served as the Administrative Pastor at Grace Fellowship in Oconee County and helped develop and coordinate several ministries at the church. Geoff Rushing talks about how his organization brings hope to those who feel there is no way up or out and how it provides relief to the needy and homeless.
Kevin Wayne Maler, the man who was named a person of interest in the disappearance of Faith Roach by the sheriff of Oconee County, claims he's never been violent toward women, that he's a protector of women. The women in his life tell a different story. In Episode Six of The Case, Kirk Minihane speaks with several women that Maler had relationships with over the last four decades. The portrait that emerged was one of a horrifyingly violent man and a serial abuser. A man who preyed on underage girls and abandoned his children. And a man who is capable of deceiving everyone in his life about what he truly is.
Missing women from the Oconee County area of South Carolina | Renee Rowland King | Laura Anders | Faith Roach | Tammy Stubblefield | Mountain Rest | Walhalla | Seneca | Westminster | Corey Road | Tunnel Road | Moore AvenueClosing music provided by https;//www.purple-planet.com
"O" is for Opportunity Schools. Dr. Wil Lou Gray, the state supervisor in adult education, created a boarding school for young people who could not attend public school or who had not gone further than the fifth grade. The school opened in August 1921 at the Tamassee DAR School in Oconee County to offer educational opportunities for undereducated young white women. For a decade the school operated during August on the campuses of Anderson, Erskine, Clemson, and Lander colleges. By 1931 it was co-educational and in 1936 the Opportunity School for Negroes opened at Vorhees. In 1947, the General Assembly appropriated funds to make adult education available year-round. In the 21 st century, the Opportunity School, operating from its permanent campus in Lexington County, continues to be an alternative educational source for teenagers and young adults.
"O" is for Oconee County (625 square miles; 2020 population 80,248). Oconee County is the only county in South Carolina that borders on two state—Georgia and North Carolina. Located in the northwest corner of the state at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the region was home to Cherokee Indians until the Revolutionary War. Oconee County was created in 1868 from the western half of Pickens County. The name Oconee derives from the Cherokees and has several interpretations, the most popular being “water eyes of the hills,” in reference to the area’s many waterfalls and streams. Two large man-made lakes—Keowee and Jocasee--provide water for the Oconee Nuclear Generating Station. Retirement and recreation communities developed soon after the creation of Oconee County’s lakes. Walhalla is the county seat of Oconee County.
Clayton Oetting is the owner and creator of MESCA and HIBO drinks. Learn how a passion for physics and an entrepreneurial mindset helped him create a new drink and sweetener, all from a spot in Oconee County.
In Episode 62 of Sno-Isle Libraries Check It Out podcast, co-hosts Ken Harvey and Tricia Lee talk to local author Stewart Tolnay and learn how he has used his study of American racial history to create interesting fiction and nonfiction. Tolnay is a Ph.D. professor emeritus of sociology at the University of Washington. His first fiction novel, “Less Than Righteous,” features a Black Vietnam War veteran, his white girlfriend and the struggles they face as an interracial couple in Everett in 1969. Tolnay is also the author or co-author of nonfiction works that include “The Bottom Rung: An African-American Family Life on Southern Farms”; “A Festival of Violence,” which analyzes Southern lynchings from 1882 to 1930; and “Lynched,” which studies the victims of Southern mob violence. Tolnay’s work resonated with Harvey, the Director of Communications for Sno-Isle Libraries. Harvey is Black. He grew up in Mississippi at the dawn of the civil rights movement when white supremacists killed Black people with near impunity. Lee, the Director of Inclusion, Equity and Development for Sno-Isle Libraries, wanted to know more about Tolnay’s work and research and how it dovetails with the library district’s goals and objectives. Tolnay said it took him years of his own academic work and encouragement from his wife before he could sit down and “write a novel.” “Actually, it had been brewing in my mind for years as I was doing my academic research and realized there are some really important stories, interesting stories here, that might take us into dark corners of the American past that many people aren't familiar with,” Tolnay said. “That’s what got me motivated to try my hand at fiction.” Harvey wanted to know which writing was harder: creative fiction or academic nonfiction? Academic writing is “kind of formulaic almost, a template of here’s the research question, here’s the evidence, here’s my interpretation of the evidence, here’s my conclusion,” Tolnay said. It’s nothing like writing fiction. “You start with a blank slate,” he said. “You have ideas about plot and characters in your head, but you somehow have to bring order to that chaos. I understand some authors begin with a very detailed outline of their novels. That didn’t work for me, so I had to kind of search and find my way along this story as I went from chapter to chapter.” Lee wanted to know how Tolnay translated “some very heavy topics” on racial violence into fiction. “Are there things that you found you couldn't express fully in nonfiction that you can express at a whole different level in fiction?” she asked. “The academics, especially those like me who typically do highly statistical, quantitative work can be sometimes accused of, ‘Well, you’re leaving the people out of this.’ We’re talking about patterns and trends and data, and where are the people? Where are the personal emotional experiences behind this?” Tolnay said. “That’s what writing ‘Less Than Righteous’ allowed me to do, is to take those conclusions that I had drawn from my nonfiction writing and research and bring it down to a personal level, to try to highlight it in a way that is really more accessible to most readers I think.” Tolnay knew he had to tread carefully as he wrote the novel. He’s white and privileged, and he didn’t want to be accused of cultural appropriation by telling a story of an oppressed social group. That happened to “American Dirt” author Jeanine Cummins earlier this year. “I will admit, I’d be a fool not to, that I don't know intimately the African American culture. I don’t know what it’s like to experience the fears, concerns and discrimination and prejudice of the African American population. That’s just a deficit,” he said. “But I spent 36 years trying to familiarize myself with the African American historical experience in my non-fiction books and my journal articles. I don’t know how else I could compensate for that deficit other than by what I’ve tried to do over the last 36 years.” “Less Than Righteous” also has stories of working-class whites based on his own family experience, and white supremacists that are not his experience. “I think it is acceptable to write about social groups to which you don’t belong, with two important caveats,” Tolnay said. “The first is that you recognize the potential risks and limitations of your work because of that deficit, and I do. The second would be that you’d make a serious, intense effort to educate yourself about the group’s experience, which I have.” Tolnay’s fictional story of the Booker family’s move from rural Georgia to the Pacific Northwest has historical roots in the second Great Migration of Black Americans from the South after World War II. Tolnay set the Bookers in Everett, where he was born and graduated from high school and community college during the height of the Vietnam War protests. “I wanted to include an experience from the Great Migration in the story, and so (Booker patriarch) Mose had to go somewhere from Oconee County, Georgia. And the most likely place for him to go, based on my own experience, was the Pacific Northwest,” Tolnay said. “You often hear that writers should write about what they know. I think that's very true of ‘Less Than Righteous’ with the setting in Everett. It’s also true with respect to the content of the story, and as (Lee) mentioned, this is a dark story. The disturbing scenes, many of them, are drawn from actual events.” While the South has struggled with racial equality for centuries, the Pacific Northwest isn't innocent, Tolnay said. “The original Oregon State Constitution written in 1851 actually prohibited ‘Blacks and mulattoes’ from moving into the state,” he said. “But it wasn't actually repealed until 1926. In 2002, when the words were removed from the Constitution of Oregon, 30 percent of Oregon voters chose to retain the language. We can try to sit on our high horse and be very judgmental about the ignorant, racist Southerners, but it’s important to look closer to home as well.” Tolnay has seen that kind of discrimination here. In 2014, he moved to a Shoreline neighborhood that was developed by William Boeing in the 1940s. In 2005, the homeowners’ association rejected an amendment to the original covenant that prevented “people of the non-Caucasian races and Jews” from living there. The racial restriction was removed in 2006 because it was unenforceable. “Now, that's not that all that uncommon,” Tolnay said. “There were racial restrictive covenants for many, many neighborhoods in Seattle and elsewhere. So, it’s something that strikes very close to home and something that I think it behooves Pacific Northwesterners to be aware of.” Lee concurred. “It doesn’t surprise me, and I think it is a nice reminder that these things, they’re still things today,” she said. “I think a lot of the things that we’re hearing today in the news and elsewhere, it’s a direct correlation to the history. It’s a deep wound that's a hard one to fill and a hard one for us to reconcile our history as a nation and the impacts it has long term on the communities that were targeted with these policies. We sometimes forget about that. Or it wasn’t in history books. I think it wasn’t until I went to college and spent some time in the African American studies department that I was like, ‘Whoa! There’s this whole history that we were never taught and didn't realize.’” Part 2: Self-Help Shelf “This is Sarri Gilman with the Self-Help Shelf for Sno-Isle Libraries. The book I have for you today is a children's book for ages 4-7 years old, “Amazing Grace” by Mary Hoffman and illustrated by Caroline Binch. “The illustrations in this book are timeless. And though the book was written more than 25 years ago, the words and pictures are completely relevant today as many of us are having conversations about racism. This is a book to bring your child into those conversations. “The book is about a girl named Grace who likes to dress up and play different parts from movie and book characters. Grace is in costumes on several of the pages, and your children are going to recognize many of these costumes. “She tries out for the school play and is told by another child that she can't play Peter Pan in the school play because she’s a girl and because she’s Black. I recommend this book for boys and girls and for children of all colors. I think all children will be challenged by the questions raised in this book, and it’ll allow for a really good conversation. “I love the illustrations in this book. They are large and they’re focused on Grace and her creativity. You can see Grace’s imagination and genius in these illustrations. Grace could be friends with any child. “ ‘Amazing Grace’ is available digitally from Sno-Isle Libraries. Take good care of you and remember: Some books are almost as good as therapy.”
EPISODE # 7 ...Dr. Curt MillerDr. Curt Miller accepted the position of Athletics Director and Assistant Principal at Oconee County High School in Watkinsville, GA late in the spring of 2020.Today’s guest Dr. Curt Miller serves as the Director of Athletics for the Henry County School District in Georgia. Curt is a coach’s kid who has been surrounded by athletics his whole life and it is in these experiences that he has been led to his current position. Curt has a passion for professional development and growing through networking with others in the industry. From a coach to a local school AD and now working at the district level Curt has learned something different along each step of the way that he is ready to discuss with us today. Let get started with or conversation with Dr. Curt Miller.1:37- Advantages of having a Former AD as your Principal 2:52- A New Approach as a Local School Ad after being a District AD 5:38- Supporting a First Year Principal from the Role of AD 7:21- Things that Should be on the Radar of a Brand-New Athletic Director 9:55- The Importance of Connecting with your New Staff 14:08- Tips to Navigate the AD Interview Process 19:56- Introduction 23:40- Professional Development for Athletic Directors and Coaches through Aspiring AD and Head Coach Cohorts 29:04- Being ‘Over-Prepared’ 31:40- Importance of Athletic Directors being involved with State (GADA) and National (NIAAA) Associations and the State Athletic Associations (GHSA) 36:53- Intentionally Improving the Performance of your team/staff members 39:57- A Father’s Legacy of Coaching and Leadership passed down to his Son (initial reference at 9:50) 44:22- What a Paperless Athletic Office looks like. 46:31- 2-Minute DrillYou can follow Dr. Curt Miller on twitter @Curt_Miller30 or @HCAthletics_HCSor @OCHS_AthleticsAbout Hangin With The AD Podcast….Hangin with the AD is an interview style podcast where Don Baker, Cobb County School District Director of Athletics, partners with Josh Mathews, Pope High School (GA) Athletic Director, to discuss hot topics and lessons learned with leaders in the world of athletics. These leaders include high school athletic directors at the district and local school levels; college athletic administrators; leaders in spaces that connect to athletics such as nutrition, wellness, recruiting, student-athlete recognition; current and former athletes; and others, who can help athletic administrators develop themselves and their programs for a better daily experience for their athletic communities. Don Baker.... Director of Athletics for the Cobb County School District in Georgia. @CCSD_AD (twitter & instagram)Josh Mathews...Athletics Director at Pope High School in Marietta, GA. @mathews14 (twitter) @jwmathews14 (instagram)
Dr. Curt Miller, is currently in his 19th year in education and has served the Henry County School District (HCS) for all 19 years. After graduating from Georgia Southern University with a bachelor’s in Health and Physical Education in 2001 he began teaching at Henry County Middle School. He continued his education while teaching attending the University of Alabama for his Master’s in 2002 and Lincoln Memorial University for his Ed.S. in 2004. In 2004, he helped open Dutchtown High School as a HPE teacher and boys basketball coach. In 2007, he took over as athletic director and head boys basketball coach at Ola High School and it was during that time he completed his Ed.D. In 2015, he took a position at the district office as a teacher on special assignment for HPE. During his tenure as athletic director at Ola HS, he won region AD of the year in 2009, 2011 and 2013. In 2016, he was hired as the district athletics and HPE coordinator. While serving HCS, Dr. Miller has served as a Georgia High School Association (GHSA) executive committee member for almost ten years, board of trustee member for two, and currently serves as chairman of the reclassification committee. Dr. Miller is also very active in the Georgia Athletic Director’s Association (GADA) and is on the board of directors and is the vice president. Along with his work with the GADA, Dr. Miller has presented, taught classes and worked on committees at the National level for the National Interscholastic Athletic Administration Association (NIAAA) where he also attained his Certified Master Athletic Administrator (CMAA) designation. In 2018, he received the state award of merit from the GADA and in 2019, he received the Frank Kovaleski Professional Development Award for his work with the aspiring athletic administrator cohort he began in the Henry County School district. In October of 2019, he was selected as the state athletic director of the year by the Georgia Health, Physical Education, t Recreation and Dance Association (GAHPERD). He was also awarded the NFHS Citation Award in 2020 for the GADA. Dr. Miller is most proud of assisting in the addition of swimming, lacrosse, gymnastics and girls flag football in his district, the work the school level ADs in HCS have done to improve the quality of athletics in Henry County and the aspiring athletic administrator cohort he began to train future athletic directors in HCS. This year, he also began a head coaching cohort for those aspiring to be head coaches one day. Prior to becoming an educator, Dr. Miller was a graduate of Henry County HS in 1996. He then attended Reinhardt College on scholarship and played basketball for two years before transferring to Georgia Southern University. That is where he met his wife who played volleyball for the eagles. Dr. Miller and his wife, Kristen have 2 daughters, Olivia (13) and Ava (10) and are extremely excited to be moving to Oconee County and becoming WARRIORS! @Curt_Miller30 Curt.Miller@henry.k12.ga.us --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kevin-furtado/support
Part of a series of interviews regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and the EF3 tornado that hit Oconee County SC on Easter 2020. Each episode was recorded to provide the most up to date information possible to not only Oconee County but the entire State regarding loans, assistance programs, unemployment and disaster relief. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joann-johnson/message
Part of a series of interviews regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and the EF3 tornado that hit Oconee County SC on Easter 2020. Each episode was recorded to provide the most up to date information possible to not only Oconee County but the entire State regarding loans, assistance programs, unemployment and disaster relief. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joann-johnson/message
Part of a series of interviews regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and the EF3 tornado that hit Oconee County SC on Easter 2020. Each episode was recorded to provide the most up to date information possible to not only Oconee County but the entire State regarding loans, assistance programs, unemployment and disaster relief. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joann-johnson/message
On the coaches edition of Next Take Georgia, Colquitt County's Justin Rogers (6:23), Oconee County's Travis Noland (29:50) and Pelham's Dondrial Pinkins (43:50) come on and talk about the state of their team and high school football as a whole. They break down the trials of coaching under a pandemic, and answer the question of how much time team's need to be prepared for the season.
Mike Eddy is the Principal at Malcom Bridge Middle School in Oconee County Georgia. Prior to coming to Oconee County, he was employed by Henry County Schools since 2001, and also served as the district’s Title I coordinator as well as the fine arts coordinator. Prior to his service in Henry, Eddy worked as a music teacher and director of bands in the Clayton and Fulton county school systems.Wesley Locke is the Principal at Spring Creek Charter School in Paisley, Lake County, Florida. He has been at his current school since 2001, teaching K-8 music until 2010. Wes then became the school’s Assistant Principal. In 2015, he was appointed as Principal of Spring Creek Charter School.
Hear from the newly named principal of Oconee County HS, Mr. Kevin Yancey. Mr. Yancey speaks about school closures due to CoVid-19, his new assignment, and advice for aspiring leaders.
To understand how 2019 compared to the year prior, we’ll look at some of the numbers from Oconee and Clarke counties, where 75% of our business comes from, and then glance at Athens and other surrounding counties. Bear in mind that we will factor in only single-family housing units—no multifamily units or land parcels. Here are the stats for Clarke County (2018 | 2019): Home sales: 1,493 | 1,522 Average sales price: $215,371 | $228,275 Days on market: 80 | 51 Homes in Clarke County are selling faster and for more money. If this trend continues, things will only become more expensive for those buyers waiting to pull the trigger. Sellers will continue to face more competition. Here are the stats for Oconee County (2018 | 2019): Home sales: 634 | 627 Average sales price: $370,874 | $392,000 Days on market: 131 | 72 Similar story: Homes are selling quicker and at a higher price. Is it any different for the surrounding counties? Well, if you consider Athens and all of the surrounding counties together, here’s how things look (2018 | 2019): Home sales: 3,086 | 3,064 Average sales price: $242,985 | $260,248 Days on market: 101 | 57 So, though the specific numbers are different, it looks like there’s a similar trend throughout our entire area. Prices are rising by about 6% to 7%, and significant decreases in days on market—over 40%. Despite this, roughly the same number of transactions are taking place, so the demand is still there. If you have further questions about our market or real estate in general, please feel free to contact us via phone or email. We would love to help you.
Jason Gunderson wasn't able to make it last week, for good reason. But, he joins us for this episode. West & Co. Taproom sets us up with a new Brew of the Week from Wicked Weed Brewing in Asheville, NC. Bigfoot is coming back to Oconee County this fall, it's official! We discuss Faith Roach and the state of West-Oak Sports. This is the best episode yet. Folks, enjoy numero seis...or is it siete? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/heartbeatoconee/message
2 Corinthians 5:14-21 We desire to deploy people to the edges of Oconee County and to the end of the world as ambassadors of Christ, armed with the gospel and filled with the Spirit. The post A Deployed Church appeared first on Seneca Baptist.
Kyle, Dale, and Miranda take on all of the usual topics of the week, but for the very first time...by listener request, Heartbeat Oconee begins taking on the stories of some local ghosts and haunts. What stories have we heard? Do we believe? More bad jokes from Dale, and a look at one of the handful of unsolved cold cases in Oconee County. It's Episode 2, and it's a good one...hopefully good enough to keep you comin' back for more! Don't forget you can participate in the show as well. If you have a question, tip, story, or suggestion...pick up the phone and leave us a message at (864)916-2023. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/heartbeatoconee/message
Today's special episode focuses on on all things related to Oconee County – our next door, southern neighbor with Maria Caudill and Cassidy Carson Gonzalez. Maria Caudill is married to John Caudill, a professional engineer. Maria and John have made Georgia home for 34 years and raised their daughter in Oconee County. Maria Caudill has worked in the public sector for state government in Finance and Transportation. She is a graduate of the University of Kentucky with a B.A./Education – History, English & Political Science. Maria Caudill has more than twenty-five (25) years of work experience in the private sector in the planning, development and implementing of engineering support in the area of civil and environmental design and real estate due diligence. Some projects are part of nationwide community economic development programs. Cassidy Carson Gonzalez is the former owner/operator of Studio Dance Academy in Athens, GA. Currently instructing dance and Area Managing Director for Studio Go, Athens-Oconee area. She has been instructing dance for over 25yrs. Cassidy is also current owner/operator of “On Occasion” event planning and consultation. She is an advocate for Project Safe and former instructor in Dancing with the Athens Stars (DWTAS) several times over. Single mother of 12 years to Delaney June Brewer, and recently married to Israel Gonzalez Jr. She is a native of Oconee County and comes from a long line of entrepreneurs in the Athens and Oconee areas.
This week's update on Greater Athens Area High School includes sports like softball, volleyball, cross country and football. The team talked to Players of the Week, Lena Cook, Davis Potts and Head Coach Tony Lotti for the Apalachee Wildcats along with previews for all of the football games in the area. Listen in for reports on Athens Academy, Prince Avenue, Clarke Central, Cedar Shoals, Oconee County, North Oconee, East Jackson, Jefferson, Monsignor Donovan, and many more.
On this week's Best of Preps Podcast presented by Piedmont Athens Regional, we dive into scores from softball, volleyball, football and more and we tell you who stood out in games from last weekend and even into Monday. We highlight top performances from the softball field and the volleyball court and have an interview with our player of the week, Keely Glenn of Oconee County High School. We also talk to her coach, Bryan Eades, and to Jackson County volleyball coach Jeff White, who recently reached a milestone with a recent victory.
On Episode 13, we are chatting it up with The Flower Girl Athens herself, Laurie Curtis. She is a wife, mom, friend to many, servant, leader, and florist extraordinaire. She talks about starting her side business and shares a behind the scenes look at the why, how, and what's happening next with creating beauty in the city of Athens! We hope you enjoy it as much as we did and order some flowers if you are local (Clarke or Oconee County)!Thank you for subscribing on your podcast app, listening, and sharing with others. It means so much to us to help others feel connected and reminded that they’re not alone.Thanks to Ryan Doss for the music in this episode.For more information visit our website.
The inaugural Best of Preps Podcast recaps the week of sports in the Athens area. We talk softball, volleyball, cross country and football, touching on the important scores and player stats of the week. We also talk to Players of the Week Lily Crane and Will Auslander, go through the week's slate of football games and talk with head coaches Gene Cathcart and Travis Noland of Jefferson and Oconee County for our Game of the Week.
The beer scouts return to the Upstate to feature Jocassee Valley Brewing Company, one of the newest breweries in South Carolina, and for the moment, the only operating brewery in Oconee County! Jocassee Valley (also known as “JVBC” for short) just opened their taproom doors for business in May 2018, and offers an impressive selection of delicious craft beer paired with live music and tasty food trucks, all at a family-friendly venue in the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. As a bonus, Eric also picked up some cans of an outstanding amber lager from Arches Brewing, a lager-centric microbrewery from the south side of Atlanta. Along with discussing the virtues of half-pints and craft-brewed kombucha, Justin also gives us a lesson on the chemistry behind prison hooch (which for the record was not acquired through personal experience). Featuring: JVBC’s Amongst the Beers Red IPA, JVBC’s Lydie Mountain After Dark Black IPA, and Arches Brewing’s Southside Lager.
It’s now September, and if you’re in Clarke County, your tax bills are due in October, and those in Oconee County will have to pay theirs by November. But what do you do with your tax bills if you’ve bought or sold a house this year? If you bought a house earlier this year and you financed that mortgage, the mortgage company will most likely cover the tax bill through your escrow account. The way to know that for sure is to either contact your mortgage lender and ask them if they’re paying your tax bill. If they are, forward that bill to the mortgage company. If not, then you will, of course, need to pay that bill yourself. “If you bought a house earlier this year and you financed that mortgage, the mortgage company will mostly likely cover the tax bill through your escrow account.” You can also find out by looking at your mortgage statement. After looking at your mortgage statement, if you have an escrow account, you should see in your payment breakdown where a portion of it is going toward taxes and insurance. Now, if you sold a home this year and you receive a tax bill for the home sold, forward that bill to the buyer; it’s now their responsibility. When you closed on that house earlier this year, the attorney prorated your tax bill, meaning you gave them credit for the amount of time you were in the house from January 1 through to the date of closing. Through that, you’ve technically already paid your share of taxes on that house. The bill will have your name on it, but it’s not yours to pay. If you have any questions about your tax bill, feel free to reach out to us. We’ll be glad to steer you in the right direction.
Courtney Bernardi/Oconee County Chamber of Commerce Oconee County is the ideal place for living and working. The Oconee County Chamber of Commerce fosters quality of life and community through alliances to support economic growth. The Chamber is a volunteer organization of business and professional people. The primary function of a Chamber of Commerce is to act […] The post Courtney Bernardi with the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce and David Bradley with the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
“Beyond the Cupola” allows invited customers, community, and team members of Oconee State Bank to have an opportunity to share their stories of success and inspiration, and/or how the Remarkable culture of Oconee State Bank has inspired them to mark lives in their own right. Wanda Stitt-Gohdes/Oconee Area Resource Council The Oconee Area Resource Council […] The post Wanda Stitt-Gohdes with the Oconee Area Resource Council (OARC) and Coleman Benko with Oconee State Bank appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Neil Stevens/Oconee State Bank In the early 1900s, there were banks in all the small towns of Oconee County Bishop, Bogart, Eastville, Farmington and Watkinsville. When the Depression came along in 1929, all the banks went broke and Oconee County was without a bank for the next 30 years. Farmers and small merchants had to travel […] The post Neil Stevens with Oconee State Bank, Trevin Dye with JETRO and Beth Mathews with JapanFest appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
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