Weather Alert
UPDATE There is a Tornado Watch in effect until 8:00 pm. If it is upgraded to a warning, we will advise further.
Stolen Items at Deer Camps
We have had 3 thefts at deer camps in the last 2 days to include ATVs/UTVs. Deputies will be paying particular attention to these areas and any off road vehicles being transported in the county. We could also use your help. If you have a deer camp it would greatly...
Traffic Caution
Washington Rd near Stevens Grove Church Rd is blocked at this time due to an accident.
Traffic Alert
Hargrove Lake Rd at Yancey Rd is back open at this time. Please drive carefully.
Missing Person
REF: AARON, RONALD LYNN DOB: 19480629 W/M BROWN EYES, GRAY HAIR SUBJECT WAS LAST SEEN ON 1-16-2020 @ 7:15 AM, POSSIBLY WEARING BLUE JEAN OVERALLS HE MAY BE DRIVING A 2016 TOYOTA TACOMA BLUE IN COLOR TAG# EAF760 HE HAS HUNTING PROPERTY IN OGLETHORPE COUNTY AND WILKES...
Traffic caution
Please be advised there is a traffic stop on Athens Rd @ Yancey Rd. Please use caution and drive safely.
Christmas Parade & Traffic
The Christmas in Oglethorpe and Parade is today in Lexington. We expect the rain to clear out. Parade participants line up around 11:15 at Meson Park in the following order after the Parade Marshall: large vehicles, floats, walkers, dancers, and small animals on...
Old Edwards Road Lost Dog
Our deputies found a dog in the Old Edwards Road area this morning. She is very friendly and loving. If you know where this dog got lost from, please call 706-743-8101, ext. 3.
Treasurer Arrested
On October 30, 2019, the Treasurer for the Oglethorpe County Athletic Booster Club was arrested for Theft by Taking. The Oglethorpe County Athletic Booster Club President contacted the Sheriff’s Office in reference to some concerns over activity in their bank account....
Trick or Treat
Oglethorpe Children's Academy caught us playing trick or treat on Halloween. We couldn't resist. We had a great time! There were lots of scary ghouls, goblins, witches, and firefighters out and about. Be sure to check out all of the great costumes in OCA's photos at...