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The percentage of students reading on grade level or above increased or held steady in every tested grade.
The percentage of students reading on grade level or above increased or held steady in every tested grade.
Mayor Troy Brumbalow unveiled a 1969 Chevrolet Impala that has been restored to honor the memory of two fallen Forsyth County deputies.
Mayor Troy Brumbalow unveiled a 1969 Chevrolet Impala that has been restored to honor the memory of two fallen Forsyth County deputies.
The ACLU is asking a judge to block Georgia's new abortion law from taking effect next year, until another lawsuit is settled. https://trib.al/c41kFzz
The ACLU is asking a judge to block Georgia's new abortion law from taking effect next year, until another lawsuit is settled.
Good luck to K9 Mattis and Alpharetta Sgt. Mark Tappan! https://trib.al/0knTTS8
Alpharetta Police K9 Mattis and Sgt. Mark Tappan competed in a new show called "America's Top Dog," airing this winter on A&E.
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Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)
Top GA news includes unsafe GA beaches, marijuana penalties, scooter ban, Equifax data breach. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.
Top GA news includes unsafe GA beaches, marijuana penalties, scooter ban, Equifax data breach. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.
What to expect from the weather this weekend in the Acworth area.
What to expect from the weather this weekend in the Acworth area.
Georgia will receive nearly $7.2 million from the Equifax data breach settlement, the attorney general reported.
Georgia will receive nearly $7.2 million from the Equifax data breach settlement, the attorney general reported.
Decriminalizing marijuana | Unsafe GA beaches | Grandfather murder arrest | Mega Millions | Underage booze sales | Equifax data breach
Decriminalizing marijuana | Unsafe GA beaches | Grandfather murder arrest | Mega Millions | Underage booze sales | Equifax data breach
These six factors will likely affect your life insurance premiums.
Everything from your smoking habits to your weight and age can affect your life insurance premiums.
A new report from an environmental group finds how potentially unsafe American beaches are for swimming, including two in Georgia.
A new report from an environmental group finds how potentially unsafe American beaches are for swimming, including two in Georgia.
Have you peeked inside this home yet?! https://trib.al/Bl1zGbu
70,000 gallon infinity-edge swimming pool. Underground ballroom. Guard House. This place takes "over the top" to a new level. See inside:
Check here for the winning Powerball numbers for the jackpot drawing on Wednesday, July 24, 2019.
Check here for the winning Powerball numbers for the jackpot drawing on Wednesday, July 24, 2019.
Publix surveillance video shows argument between state Rep. Erica Thomas and Eric Sparkes, a fight that has made national headlines.
Publix surveillance video shows argument between state Rep. Erica Thomas and Eric Sparkes, a fight that has made national headlines.
The donation is for site improvements to existing basketball courts and for the renovation of the facility at Lynwood Park, which include upgraded furnishings and technology. https://trib.al/cP3rDrv
The Brookhaven city council has approved the Atlanta Hawks Foundation improvements to Lynwood Park.
Bryan Somers, 40, of Cartersville, was charged with multiple crimes against children. https://trib.al/220SLTz
Bryan Somers is reported to have substituted predominately at Emerson Elementary School, according to the Bartow County Sheriff's Office.
What is your favorite fried chicken restaurant? https://trib.al/haaoFFj
The food website The Daily Meal has picked the best fried chicken in the U.S. Here's where to find Georgia's tastiest entrees.
Don't get caught in the next heat wave before calling in the pros.
From ceiling fans to central air, there's more than one way to beat the heat.
Top GA news includes GA's most expensive house, Atlanta Hawks, student entrepreneur. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.
Top GA news includes GA's most expensive house, Atlanta Hawks, student entrepreneur. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.
'America's Top Dog' | GA's most expensive house | ATL Hawks improve park | I-75 ramp grant | I-20 lane closures | Student entrepreneur
'America's Top Dog' | GA's most expensive house | ATL Hawks improve park | I-75 ramp grant | I-20 lane closures | Student entrepreneur
See the latest homes to hit the local open-house circuit.
See the latest homes to hit the local open-house circuit.
Alpharetta Police K9 Mattis and Sgt. Mark Tappan competed in a new show called "America's Top Dog," airing this winter on A&E.
Alpharetta Police K9 Mattis and Sgt. Mark Tappan competed in a new show called "America's Top Dog," airing this winter on A&E.
Beat those midweek blues with hot sales on bento boxes, dehumidifiers, back-to-school supplies and beyond. (via Patch Deals)
Take advantage of deep discounts on silicone food storage bags, PicassoTiles, hair diffusers and beyond.
70,000 gallon infinity-edge swimming pool. Underground ballroom. Guard House. This place takes "over the top" to a new level. See inside:
70,000 gallon infinity-edge swimming pool. Underground ballroom. Guard House. This place takes "over the top" to a new level. See inside:
A man from Georgia will soon hit TV screens as he competes in a Jeopardy! tournament. https://trib.al/vOVNui4
Alan Dunn of Johns Creek — whose previous 5-game winnings totaled $120,802 — will vie for $250K this November.
All donations she receives will go directly to BlazeSports to purchase new wheelchair and track equipment, as well as support athletic programs for participants with disabilities. https://trib.al/EvI98mR
Roswell resident Lisa Simmons will begin a hike Aug. 12 on Mt. Kilimanjaro, giving all donations to BlazeSports to purchase new equipment.
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The lawmaker said a man called her "a lazy son of a [expletive]" and told her to "go back where she came from." https://trib.al/glsFeSQ
State Rep. Erica Thomas and Eric Sparkes made national headlines with their clash inside and outside a Cobb County Publix.
K-9 Verro and Corporal Brandon Kilgore had been partners for over seven years while working together in Paulding County. https://trib.al/EN2vHHV
K-9 Verro and Corporal Brandon Kilgore had been partners for over seven years while working together in Paulding County.
A GoFundMe has already exceeded its $10,000 goal for the family of Marten Bijvank, 29, who died July 17 after being struck while riding a bike in Sandy Springs. https://trib.al/zq7ojTs
A GoFundMe has been created for the widow whose husband died last week while riding his bike to work by a woman charged with DUI.
Top GA news includes GoFundMe for widow, heartbeat bill, indoor family funhouse, fatal hit and run. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.
Top GA news includes GoFundMe for widow, heartbeat bill, indoor family funhouse, fatal hit and run. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.
Home Depot police shooting | Racial Publix clash | Vietnam war vets | Heartbeat abortion bill | GoFundMe for cyclist's widow | Fun dads
Home Depot police shooting | Racial Publix clash | Vietnam war vets | Heartbeat abortion bill | GoFundMe for cyclist's widow | Fun dads
The ACLU is asking a judge to block Georgia's new abortion law from taking effect next year, until another lawsuit is settled.
The ACLU is asking a judge to block Georgia's new abortion law from taking effect next year, until another lawsuit is settled.
A GoFundMe has been created for the widow whose husband died last week while riding his bike to work by a woman charged with DUI.
A GoFundMe has been created for the widow whose husband died last week while riding his bike to work by a woman charged with DUI.
Hundreds of dirt bikes and ATVs clog Atlanta streets. https://trib.al/DIY4Bt6
Hundreds of ATVs and dirt bikes took to Atlanta streets Sunday, popping wheelies and weaving in and out of local traffic.
A Georgia woman tackled Mount Kilimanjaro. https://trib.al/UBCPVV1
Roswell resident Lisa Simmons will begin a hike Aug. 12 on Mt. Kilimanjaro, giving all donations to BlazeSports to purchase new equipment.
Top GA news includes best fried chicken, Mt. Kilimanjaro climber, dirt bike arrests. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.
Top GA news includes best fried chicken, Mt. Kilimanjaro climber, dirt bike arrests. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.
Local man on Jeopardy! | Mount Kilimanjaro climber | GA's best fried chicken | Mega Millions | Dragon Con | Dirt bike, ATV arrests
Local man on Jeopardy! | Mount Kilimanjaro climber | GA's best fried chicken | Mega Millions | Dragon Con | Dirt bike, ATV arrests
Alan Dunn of Johns Creek — whose previous 5-game winnings totaled $120,802 — will vie for $250K this November.
Alan Dunn of Johns Creek — whose previous 5-game winnings totaled $120,802 — will vie for $250K this November.
For years, Anthony Eugene Cheatham, now 63, practiced law in Acworth, handling real-estate transactions and elder law.
For years, Anthony Eugene Cheatham, now 63, practiced law in Acworth, handling real-estate transactions and elder law.
4 live webcams show Atlanta views around the Earth. https://trib.al/x7nEpbm
The camera features live streaming views of downtown Atlanta from the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame.
Save the date for July 28th! (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)
Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)
How to get tickets for Post Malone's Atlanta tour stop. https://trib.al/jYj2uQz
Grammy-nominated rapper Post Malone has announced new shows for his "Runaway Tour." Here's how you can watch him in Atlanta.
A degree from this Georgia college earns you the highest salary. https://trib.al/yOIg9s8
A new analysis from CNBC identified which colleges end up paying off the most for students.
One Georgia eatery made the list of most scenic restaurants in the U.S. https://trib.al/5Vbn4cJ
The online reservation company OpenTable has released its 100 "most scenic" restaurants in the nation, with one in Sandy Springs.
What to expect from the weather this week in the Acworth area.
What to expect from the weather this week in the Acworth area.
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Amala Momife-Enemuo of Acworth is sticking with President Barack Obama because "he needs to complete" the job. She voted at Summit Baptist Church.
Outside NorthStar Church - Kennesaw, GA, Jeff Nicholson said "we need a change in direction. I'm going with Romney."
Santa's Arrival in Acworth. More than 1,000 children attended the event on Main Street, sharing a night of family fun.
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