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@OC_Patriots track athletes advance to Class A Div. I meet. See the qualifiers here: theoglethorpeecho.com/sports/prep-ro…

The Oglethorpe County football team has started spring practice where the @OC_Patriots hope to become more systematic in their plays for the upcoming season. #OCPatriots #football #highschoolfootball theoglethorpeecho.com/sports/key-pla…

Residents voice concerns about proposed chicken houses and warehouse rezones at the latest Board of Commissioners meeting. theoglethorpeecho.com/local-news/deb…

With 37 years of experience and responsibility as a track coach, Dwight Howard Sr. said he is trying to help young athletes in the OC rec program understand the foundations of the sport. Read more here: theoglethorpeecho.com/sports/rec-tra…

With 37 years of experience and responsibility as a track coach, Dwight Howard Sr. said he is trying to help young athletes in the OC rec program understand the foundations of the sport. Read more here: theoglethorpeecho.com/sports/rec-tra…

Oglethorpe Echo for the week of May 3 - mailchi.mp/2cf833b1ed9a/o…

Several @OglethorpeS seniors are preparing to take their athletic careers to the next level. 👏 Read about their next steps here: theoglethorpeecho.com/sports/ochs-at…

Several Oglethorpe County High School seniors are preparing to take their athletic careers to the next level👏 Read about their next steps here: theoglethorpeecho.com/sports/ochs-at…

A proposed chicken plant in Franklin County could threaten the Broad River, one of Georgia’s last free-flowing rivers. Oglethorpe County officials and advocates are urging action to protect water quality. theoglethorpeecho.com/local-news/nob…

A proposed chicken plant in Franklin County could threaten the Broad River, one of Georgia’s last free-flowing rivers. Oglethorpe County officials and advocates are urging action to protect water quality. theoglethorpeecho.com/local-news/nob…

Josh Robinson, a longtime paramedic and Oglethorpe County native, has been named the county's new EMS director. Robinson steps into the role with a focus on patient care and future improvements. theoglethorpeecho.com/local-news/rob…

Josh Robinson, a longtime paramedic and Oglethorpe County native, has been named the county's new EMS director. Robinson steps into the role with a focus on patient care and future improvements. theoglethorpeecho.com/local-news/rob…

Senior Kenzie Henderson made her mark at @OC_Patriots as a state champion, multi-sport athlete and quiet leader. She’s chasing a fourth state high jump title after winning the Region 8-A Division I meet. theoglethorpeecho.com/sports/henders…  meet.Read

Oglethorpe Echo for the week of April 24 - mailchi.mp/79c3088cbff4/o…

After losing out on an Opening Day in 2024, Coach Michael White was finally able to start the Oglethorpe County baseball season on April 12, after roughly 60% of the league's game had already been played. Read more below: theoglethorpeecho.com/sports/teams-c…

Barrs Industries CEO Andy Barrs wants to rezone a strip of property near Highway 78 in Arnoldsville. The area would be rezoned to B2, which would allow for commercial and industrial development. Read more below: theoglethorpeecho.com/local-news/bar…

Oglethorpe Echo for the week of April 19 - mailchi.mp/1347a6e994eb/o…