Category: News

That smile you see on the faces of those who drive the roads of an Oconee County detour reflects the quality of an impromptu repair job made further necessary by the weight the detour traffic placed on two roads already in poor shape. But that’s now in the past, as a road paver has applied new asphalt covering to Dixon […]

In Franklin County, a Toccoa man is now charged with murder in the death of a toddler last year. “On May 16, 2019, The Franklin County Sheriff served a felony arrest warrant on the person of Willie Deshone Spencer for the offense of murder,” Franklin County Sheriff Steve Thomas said. “The charges stem from an investigation that began on August […]

City of Toccoa residents will have one more opportunity this evening to comment or ask questions regarding the City’s proposed fiscal 2020 budget. Toccoa’s proposed FY2020 budget is just over $34.5 million – a 4% increase over this year’s budget. The first reading of the budget was held at last week’s City Commission meeting where Toccoa City Finance Director Becky […]

The Georgia unemployment rate drops again in April. That’s according to State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler, who says that preliminary numbers show year-over-year gains in jobs, employment, and workforce. Butler notes that at the same time, claims for unemployment insurance were down when compared to last April. He says that Georgia continues to thrive compared to the rest of the […]

A new scam, that targets young adults and teenagers is becoming a growing trend. Law enforcement says scammers are approaching young adults with the promise of making free or easy money. According to a report released earlier this week, the victims, usually between 17 and 25, are told the scheme is legitimate and legal. Victims are approached by a friend or […]

Amnesty Day in Stephens County is tomorrow. Keep Toccoa-Stephens County Beautiful in conjunction with Stephens County, is holding the first Amnesty Day Celebration of 2019. This annual event, open to every resident of Stephens County, provides a way to dispose of any junk that may be cluttering the streets, yards, and homes in the county. The Amnesty Day event is […]

Mike and Brenda Anderson Jones with WNEG’s Connie Gaines   For the first time, A husband and wife received the active WNEG Seniors of the Year at the 2019 WNEG Senior Expo at the Stephens County Recreation Department Rose Lane Activity Center on Thursday. Mike and Brenda Anderson Jones were presented the award in front of fellow seniors. Brenda Anderson […]

A reminder for pet owners who need to get their pets vaccinated for rabies, the Currahee Veterinary Clinic will be holding low-cost rabies clinics Saturday at various locations around Tocoa-Stephens County. Rabies vaccines will be offered for $8 for a one-year shot or $20 for a three-year. Dr. Lila Windus tells WNEG News she will also be offering other vaccines […]

It is spring time and that means it is also time for young male bears and mama bears to come out of the woods to forage for food and look for new territory. In our area, it is not uncommon to encounter black bears this time of year.  Young males are searching for their own territories and female bears are foraging […]

A Friday morning accident that damaged a utility pole and wire box was the result of an Alto man falling asleep while driving. Toccoa Police Chief Jimmy Mize says one of his officers came on the scene, just moments after the vehicle struck the pole. According to the report, the officer noted that the power lines were still shaking and […]