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Erin Campbell, founder of the Athens Area Diaper Bank, moves boxes labeled for Oglethorpe County at the organization's warehouse in Bogart. The nonprofit sends free diapers to locations in Oglethorpe County. (Sarah Donehoo/The Oglethorpe Echo)

Ways to help those in need in Oglethorpe County

News Staff

Thursday, October 12, 2023

By Sarah Donehoo, Olivia Wakim, Elizabeth Rymarev and Sydney Hood For The Oglethorpe Echo Finding assistance can be an overwhelming task for those who need food, basic supplies, family services and more. About 12.

McKenzie Spooner assists residents with planning and zoning issues, and permitted activities in her role as county planner. (Photo/Dink NeSmith)

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Q&A: County planner McKenzie Spooner settles into role

Katie Tucker

Thursday, October 13, 2022

Q: You grew up in neighboring Wilkes County — what are the similarities you see between Wilkes and Oglethorpe? A: I have lived in Wilkes County since I was 2 years old, (but) having attended pre-K through 12th grade in Oglethorpe County…my mom was a teacher in the county..