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Qualifying fees, dates set for Elbert County BOC, BOE seats

Mark Wells
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Qualifying fees and dates have been set for this year's county elections. This year is slated to see several seats up for reelection as the board of commissioners (BOC) will see elections for the chairman position as well as District 2, District 4 and District 5.
The view from the historic Bailey Building on the downtown square shows Elberton's downtown square covered in ice and snow after Winter Storm Fern came through Elbert County Sunday. (Photo by Lindsay Herring)

The view from the historic Bailey Building on the downtown square shows Elberton's downtown square covered in ice and snow after Winter Storm Fern came through Elbert County Sunday. (Photo by Lindsay Herring)

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Elbert County hit with closures after winter storm

Mark Wells
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Elbert County found itself in the path of a chilling winter storm over the weekend that resulted in mass closures throughout the community.
Jayden Thompson shoots for a doubleleg takedown in a match against Olgethorpe County. (File photo by Mark Wells)

Jayden Thompson shoots for a doubleleg takedown in a match against Olgethorpe County. (File photo by Mark Wells)

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Mat Devils ready for traditionals

Mark Wells
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
With dual season officially in the rearview mirrow, the Elbert County Mat Devils are turning their attention to traditional season with the Area 8A Traditional tournament scheduled for Jan. 30 in Commerce. The Devils capped off dual season on a high note Jan. 17, finishing second in the state.
A.J. Brown crosses over with the ball during a Jan. 13 game against Commerce. (File photo by Bo Underwood)

A.J. Brown crosses over with the ball during a Jan. 13 game against Commerce. (File photo by Bo Underwood)

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Blue Devils pick up home win over Athens Academy

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
The Elbert County boys’ basketball team pulled out a thrilling 58-55 home victory over Athens Academy in front of its home Inferno crowd Friday night. The win brings the Blue Devils to 7-10 overall and 3-4 in the region while Athens is now 13-6 and 2-4 in region play. Senior A.J.
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Elbert County preparing for winter weather this weekend

News Staff
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Elbert County Emergency Management Agency director Chuck Almond said Tuesday afternoon the county is anticipating a winter weather storm this weekend. Another Elbert County EMA briefing is scheduled for Wednesday at 4 p.m.
Cooper West is declared the winner by the official. (Photo courtesy of April Dixon Hughes)

Cooper West is declared the winner by the official. (Photo courtesy of April Dixon Hughes)

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Mat Devils take runner-up spot at state duals

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
The Elbert County wrestling team is officially the 2026 Class A State Runners-Up, after advancing all the way to the state final of the Class A State Dual Championships hosted by Heard County Saturday. “I’m more than anything proud for the kids,” head coach Shane Anderson said.
Kaylen Rucker (4) lays the ball up. (File photo by Bo Underwood)

Kaylen Rucker (4) lays the ball up. (File photo by Bo Underwood)

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Lady Devils sweep Franklin, gearing up for region gauntlet

Bo Underwood
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Region play is here for the Elbert County girls’ basketball team, and with it comes some tough tests that have big-time ramifications for the Lady Devils’ season. The Lady Devils traveled to Commerce on Tuesday to take on the Lady Tigers and came up short 45-38.
A total of 157 participants ran in the Twilight Stroll by the Granite Bowl Jan. 9. The event was a "glow run" and runners donned neon apparel and accessories. (Photo by Mark Wells)

A total of 157 participants ran in the Twilight Stroll by the Granite Bowl Jan. 9. The event was a "glow run" and runners donned neon apparel and accessories. (Photo by Mark Wells)

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Elbert County hosts 2026 Twilight Stroll

Mark Wells
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
The Elbert County Chamber of Commerce's annual Twilight Stroll by the Granite Bowl 5K was held Jan. 9, sporting the largest turnout for the event since the COVID pandemic.