Oconee Matters with The OE News

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Polias Founder Dave Mulkey to answer all of your questions about his plans for the former Bell’s location and his upcoming projects along Highway 441. You can find more information about his projects at polias.co . You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com . We hope you will joi...

It is qualifying week for the four Oconee County municipalities. Nathalee Simoneau brings another update on the ongoing issues with the mold concerns brought to Oconee County Schools. Bogart Station 7 has a new fire truck. Subscribe online at ⁠OconeeEnterprise.com⁠

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Oconee County Emergency Management Agency Director C.J. Worden to learn more about what his job entails and how he prepares the county for an emergency. You can find more information about Oconee County EMA and sign up for CodeRED safety and weather alerts at https://www.oconeecountyga.gov...

The 2025 General Election ballot will be far from blank. We check in with our private schools. Our annual football preview magazine is out now! Subscribe online at ⁠OconeeEnterprise.com⁠

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we speak with Simply Admissions CEO and Educational Consultant, Lee Allen, to discuss how they help students during the college admissions process and the packages they offer. You can find their website at www.simplyadmissions.com . To contact Lee Allen, email lallen@simplyadmissions.com . You can find our...

School is back in session. Read updates from local governing bodies. Volleyball and golf are in the headlines. Subscribe online at ⁠OconeeEnterprise.com

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Athens Parent Wellbeing and reBlossom Parent & Child Shop Executive Director and Founder Monira Silk and Donor Relations and Well Being Advocate Leah Trotter, to learn about their story and the services they offer. You can find their website at athensparentwellbeing.org , on Instagram...

Oconee County Schools on Monday released a report conducted by an independent organization that analyzed the presence of mold within the air at Oconee County Elementary School. The State House of Representatives study committee on gambling, Chaired by Rep. Marcus Wiedower, met at the Oconee County Administrative Building. There is a new athletic director in town. Subscribe online at ⁠OconeeEnterpr...

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with the University of Georgia Digital Projects Archivist, Donnie Summerlin, also known as “The Newspaper Guy” to learn about what his job entails and how he is archiving The Oconee Enterprise. To contact Donnie, email donsum@uga.edu . You can find our archived newspapers at https://gahistoricn...

The Oconee County Board of Education has been busy lately. Celebration Village Athens has officially broken ground. The Bogart Library has a new manager. Subscribe online at ⁠OconeeEnterprise.com

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we speak with Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and Pediatric Mental Health Specialist, Melissa Smith, who founded New View Integrative Pediatrics in Watkinsville. To contact New View, call (762) 234-5900 or visit https://www.newviewpediatrics.com . You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com . Please...

Learn more about the life and legacy of David Williams and Vinnie Williams. Support a local teen as she fundraises to skydive and support ESP. Donate here : tinyurl.com/4k94k6uy A local theater group is preparing for an August Show. Subscribe online at ⁠OconeeEnterprise.com⁠

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we chat with Oconee County natives Chris Mobley and Hunter Grayson about all things Oconee County! Chris can be found on Facebook at @chris.mobley and Instagram at @christopher_mobley430. Hunter can be found on Facebook and Instagram at @HunterGraysonMusic. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise....

Oconee County Schools has a familiar face at the helm. The Oconee County Board of Commissioners fulfilled a promise made 8 years ago when it voted to demolish the old jail. The Oconee County Senior Center surprised Grace Guillory, a newly crowned centenarian. Subscribe online at ⁠OconeeEnterprise.com⁠

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Photographer, TV Producer and Professor, Chris Greer, to learn more about his TV Show “View Finders,” what inspires him and how he got to this point. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. To subscribe to our free, weekly newsletter “The OE Newsletter,” visit https://theoene...

Oconee County Schools Board of Education Chair Michael Ransom and incoming Interim Superintendent Debra Harden met with the Oconee County Republican Party. As an 11-year-old, J.P. Porter may be the youngest person to be a certified scuba diver. Khamari Brooks committed to Georgia. Subscribe online at ⁠OconeeEnterprise.com⁠

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Chambers from Urgent Care of Oconee to learn more about what they do and what led him to urgent care. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any advertising, sponsored episode or general podcast questions and suggestions to ⁠⁠ Podcast@OconeeEnterprise.com ⁠...

Bishop has a proposed budget. Oconee's Own features our first community guest. An OCHS cheerleader is continuing her career. Subscribe online at ⁠OconeeEnterprise.com⁠

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this episode, we sit down with Oconee County Sheriff James Hale to learn more about his upbringing in Oconee County, his career and his favorite music. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any advertising, sponsored episode or general podcast questions and suggestions to ⁠⁠ Podcast@OconeeEn...

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. In this special Father’s Day episode, Community Engagement Director and Podcast Host Caitlin Farmer interviews her Father, Shawn Farmer, where he discusses music, podcasting, his career, how their family ended up in Oconee County and Georgia Football. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any a...

A  family entertainment center to include a bowling alley, arcade and a restaurant with a bar may be coming. 3 generations attended a local school. Summer sports camps are in full swing. Subscribe online at ⁠OconeeEnterprise.com⁠

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. This week’s episode features an interview with The Oconee Enterprise Community Engagement Director and Podcast Host Caitlin Farmer, where she discusses how her roles at The OE have changed, what she’s been working on in her role and her favorite restaurants in Oconee County. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise...

OCAF has a new director. The OE is hosting a listening session tonight, June 5, from 6-7p.m. at the Oconee County Library. Stuart Steele brings a recruitment update. Check out The Oconee County Guide Subscribe online at ⁠OconeeEnterprise.com⁠

Welcome to Oconee's Own, a podcast production of The Oconee Enterprise. This week’s episode features an interview with The Oconee Enterprise Graphic Designer George Windate, where he reflects on his career, what he enjoys outside of work and why he loves his job. You can find our publication at OconeeEnterprise.com. Please email any questions for George and any podcast questions or suggestions...

A former Oconee County Schools substitute was arrested in Gwinnett for simple battery and felony child cruelty. Two parents say he exhibited similar behavior while in Oconee. The OE is hosting a listening session June 5. North Oconee Girls Golf took their 5th straight state title. Subscribe online at ⁠OconeeEnterprise.com⁠