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Ag census: Number of county farms on the rise

Farming in Oglethorpe County has grown in the past five years despite a national and statewide decrease in the number of farms.  Oglethorpe County’s 2022 Census of Agriculture County Profile saw significant increases in number and average size of farms and net cash income.

Data: Victims of county’s violent crimes know their assailants

Local crime data shows that violent crimes are mostly committed by those who know their victims — at least in Oglethorpe County.    Chief Magistrate Judge Megan Coile confirmed the numbers.   “There's always a connection between the victim and the accused,” Coile said.