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Ice covers South Point Peter Road in Sandy Cross earlier this week. Icy roads were the primary concerns caused by Winter Storm Fern in Oglethorpe County. (Submitted Photo)

County is relatively unscathed

Sarah Owens

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Oglethorpe County avoided the worst of this week’s winter storm, as ice accumulation and road conditions fell short of projections.

Casey Marbutt, Project Manager at SPG Planners & Engineers, speaks to commissioners on behalf of Andy Barrs, CEO of Barrs Industries. Marbutt told commissioners about the details of the mixed-density residential development, including its aim to take developmental pressure off rural areas in the county. (Kimberly Thomas/The Oglethorpe Echo)

Commission OKs subdivision, RV ordinance changes

Kimberly Thomas

Thursday, November 6, 2025

The Oglethorpe County Board of Commissioners approved revisions to the county’s subdivision and recreational vehicle ordinances at its meeting on Monday night, following a recommendation from the zoning board. The commissioners approved the changes 4-0.

Preparation is key in winter weather

Frankie Hennessy

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

County officials said being prepared, staying home and watching for fire dangers are crucial ways to remain safe in extreme winter weather. Temperatures plummeted into the teens this week and more snow fell Tuesday, prompting the Oglethorpe County School System to cancel classes on Wednesday.

(Infographic/Amanda Bright)

State Route 77 closure to affect travel into Elbert County

Jalen Beckford

Thursday, October 13, 2022

State Route 77 in Elbert County will be closed from Oct. 13-17, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). The closure will likely only affect Oglethorpe County residents heading into Elbert County, said Allen Long, highway maintenance foreman.