Weather

Snow fell in Maxeys this weekend at the Gillen House Bed and Breakfast. (Submitted Photo)

County agencies brace for possible winter storm, ice

News Staff

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Oglethorpe County officials are preparing for a potential winter storm this weekend.

Opening of dove season promising despite heavy rains

Makenna Reavis

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Opening day of this year’s dove season on Saturday is expected to be successful in Oglethorpe County, despite recent heavy rain, according to officials and hunters. The area received 10.

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.

School buses sit outside the Oglethorpe County transportation office on Oct. 22, 2022. (Photo/Megan Fitzgerald)

School closings are group decisions

Zeke Palermo

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

When Oglethorpe County experienced recent freezing temperatures, students across the county held their breath each morning hoping for school closures or delays.