May 22, 2026
Carlton Sanders, who spoke at a recent Historic Oglethorpe presentation, said he plans to reopen his family barbecue restaurant in Vesta. It’s been closed for more than a year. (Molly Moore/The Oglethorpe Echo)
Oglethorpe County commissioners (from left) Andy Saxon, David Clark, Howard Sanders, Will Brown and Tracy Norman listen to residents during the public portion of the BOC meeting on Monday. The meeting lasted 25 minutes. (Andy Johnston/The Oglethorpe Echo)
Doug Griffin stands outside the tents that will host the Field of Worship event Oct. 10–12. All of the tents were donated. (Photo/Molly Moore)
The grain elevator at Oglethorpe Feed and Hardware Supply stretches 125 feet from the ground and provides efficient unloading and loading of feed. The Sanders have seen greater efficiency since its completion in July. (Elizabeth Kim/The Oglethorpe Echo)
An adoptable house cat plays outside on the "catio" at Madison Oglethorpe Animal Shelter in Danielsville, GA. MOAS uses TNR procedures to limit the feral cat population in Madison and Oglethorpe counties so those cats don't end up in the shelter. (Hannah Freeman/The Oglethorpe Echo)
Cory Crayton (left) and Evelyn Reece (right), the candidates in Lexington’s nonpartisan mayoral race, spoke to The Oglethorpe Echo about their views on key issues. (Submitted Photo)
Chad Tracy, CEO of Patriot Construction, stands by Crawford Village’s first phase of 26 two-bedroom and 2½-bath rental units. These units are expected to be complete in 2-3 weeks. (Grace Burnett/The Oglethorpe Echo)
Bridges putting the finishing touches on a floral arrangement. Bridges started and founded her business, Callie's custom design's during her freshman year of high school. (Submitted Photo / Callie Bridges).
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