Newborn News

Christopher Head, 35, of Monticello, is being held in the Jasper County Detention Center on charges of trafficking of methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of methamphetamine, sale of methamphetamine and possession of marijuana.

The following job opportunities were listed as available in or near Oconee County last week.

Employer: Northeast Georgia Health District in Athens Description: A consultant is needed for the Universal Newborn Hearing Program "to perform tracking and follow-up for families." A bachelor's degree and three years experience or a master's degree and 1 year of experience in Health or Social Services is required.

The National Weather Service in Peachtree City, GA has confirmed that an EF-2 tornado struck Newton and Morgan Counties a little after 1pm EDT Friday.

A deputy with the Jasper County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to a residence on County Line Road last week to investigate the alleged theft of a Suzuki custom dirt bike.