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A new radio tower was built to boost radio reception with first responders in the Glade community. The land was donated by the Glade Volunteer Fire Department. (Photo/Neva Drane)

New radio tower in Glade should boost fire, police communication

Neva Drane

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

A new radio tower in the Glade community has been constructed and is projected to be operational early next year. The tower, which was approved by the Oglethorpe County Board of Commissioners in July, is intended to boost the signal for fire and emergency services in that area of Oglethorpe County.

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.

Oglethorpe County 911 dispatcher Amelia Priest surveys her workstation at the Oglethorpe County Sheriff's Department on Feb. 2, 2024. (Photo/Zeke Palermo)

New 911 tech allows texts, video

Zeke Palermo

Thursday, February 8, 2024

Residents can now text 911 when they need emergency services. Oglethorpe County 911 has joined 33 other public safety answering points in Georgia that accept and communicate with residents through text message, in addition to the traditional phone call.