Okefenokee Archives - The Current

The Okefenokee is about to be honored, but some locals aren’t celebrating

by Mary Landers July 22nd, 2026July 22nd, 2026 Why you can trust The Current

Local leaders in Ware and Charlton counties oppose World Heritage Site status for the Okefenokee, leaning into America First values.

Georgia approves first purchase of Okefenokee property

by Marisa Mecke/WABE July 5th, 2026July 5th, 2026 Why you can trust The Current

A Georgia wildlife haven forged by fire and peat nears UNESCO recognition

by Ryan Krugman/Inside Climate News June 2nd, 2026June 3rd, 2026 Why you can trust The Current

Conservationists deliver petition to Chemours for Okefenokee mining pledge

by Ty Tagami/Capitol Beat News Service April 23rd, 2026April 23rd, 2026 Why you can trust The Current

Georgia students urge Oreo maker, others to protect Okefenokee Swamp

by Mary Landers April 14th, 2026April 14th, 2026 Why you can trust The Current

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Popular legislation awaits votes as Crossover Day looms

by Craig Nelson and Maggie Lee March 2nd, 2026March 2nd, 2026 Why you can trust The Current

Survey: Coastal Georgians prioritize environment, healthcare to lawmakers

by Craig Nelson January 17th, 2026January 17th, 2026 Why you can trust The Current

UGA researchers find more evidence that mining would harm Okefenokee

by Ty Tagami/Capitol Beat News Service December 18th, 2025December 20th, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Okefenokee fans call for permanent protections after mining scare

by Alander Rocha/Georgia Recorder October 28th, 2025October 28th, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

Georgia conservationists push to ‘finish the job’ of protecting Okefenokee from mining

by Leon Stafford/Georgia Recorder July 29th, 2025July 29th, 2025 Why you can trust The Current

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