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Fire, auto accidents keep first responders busy

Alex Perri
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Firefighters and first responders were unusually busy last week, with one house fire and eight car accidents in the county.  No fatalities were recorded in any of the incidents, but three car accidents led to injuries.
(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.