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News Roundup: Community Christmas requests donations

News Staff
Friday, September 23, 2022
Community Christmas of Oglethorpe County co-director Catherine Drewry said the organization is accepting toys, clothes and monetary donations as it begins to prepare for the holiday season.   “We’re hearing about more and more families who need help,” Drewry said this week.
Festival goers can gather in this open space, next to the bar at Cloverleaf Farm. (Photo/Caroline Embleau)

Festival goers can gather in this open space, next to the bar at Cloverleaf Farm. (Photo/Caroline Embleau)

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Festival hits right note with sustainability

Caroline Embleau
Thursday, September 22, 2022
Wildwood Revival is bringing live music again to Oglethorpe County — but in an environmentally conscious way. The organizers are welcoming several vendors with sustainable missions, and the event aims to use zero plastic.
(Graphic/Caitlin Farmer)

(Graphic/Caitlin Farmer)

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County fire departments are separate, yet work together

Caitlin Farmer
Thursday, September 22, 2022
When fire departments across the county began consolidating to form Oglethorpe County Fire Rescue, the Arnoldsville Fire Department opted not to join.   The decision was made to save residents from paying more on their homeowners premium and maintain a faster response time, chief Heath Baker said.
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OCPS teachers share love of the job

Emily Rose Hamby
Thursday, September 22, 2022
The Oglethorpe County School System welcomed 28 new educators this year — 17 of whom teach at Oglethorpe County Primary School. The Oglethorpe Echo spoke with teachers and staff at OCPS about their goals for the school year and passion for teaching in Oglethorpe County.
The Maxeys Historic District includes many types of buildings displaying a variety of architecture. (Submitted Photo)

The Maxeys Historic District includes many types of buildings displaying a variety of architecture. (Submitted Photo)

Maxeys Historic District added to National Register

Thomas Bresee
Thursday, September 22, 2022
The Maxeys Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Tuesday, according to a release from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs.   “It's a point of pride for the community,” Maxeys Mayor Warren Gilson said.
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Construction firm selected for K-5 school

Megan Fitzgerald
Thursday, September 22, 2022
The Oglethorpe County Board of Education selected Parrish Construction Group of Perry, Georgia, on Monday to manage the new elementary school construction project.
Blues artist Jon Shain performed at No. 3 Railroad in Arnoldsville on Sept. 15, 2022. He sang original songs as well as covers. (Photo/Nimra Ahmad)

Blues artist Jon Shain performed at No. 3 Railroad in Arnoldsville on Sept. 15, 2022. He sang original songs as well as covers. (Photo/Nimra Ahmad)

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Crowd enjoys Shain’s performance at No. 3 Railroad

Nimra Ahmad
Thursday, September 22, 2022
WATCH: Crowd enjoys Shain’s performance at No. 3 Railroad   While the sun set in the distance, about 13 people gathered at the small, rustic No. 3 Railroad Street in Arnoldsville.
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Chamber of Commerce to host 11th annual Firefly Cruise In

Jalen Beckford
Thursday, September 22, 2022
The Oglethorpe County Chamber of Commerce will host the 11th Annual Firefly Cruise In from 1-5 p.m. Sunday. This family-friendly car show will take place at the Courthouse Square in Lexington.    “I’m feeling really good about it this year,” said Linda Parish, the chamber’s office manager.
The Medlink Georgia branch in Lexington offers the latest COVID-19 booster. (Submitted Photo)

The Medlink Georgia branch in Lexington offers the latest COVID-19 booster. (Submitted Photo)

Latest COVID-19 booster offered at Medlink Oglethorpe

Andrea Gutierrez
Thursday, September 22, 2022
Various locations in Oglethorpe County offer the updated COVID-19 booster, and local health professionals continue to spread the word about its effectiveness.     The Food and Drug Administration authorized the use of a new booster vaccine for protection against COVID-19 on Aug. 31.