Officer Injured | Atlanta Dogwood Festival | News Nearby

There was plenty of news across Georgia on Monday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

• E. Coli Outbreak Sickens 8 In Georgia, CDC Investigates
• Nearly 500 Crumbling Bridges In Georgia, Report Lists
• Henry County Officers Return Home, Recovering After Being Shot

Officer Dragged By Man Allegedly Attempting To Flee

Once stopped, the suspect continued to fight and attempt to run from the officer until he was tackled to the ground and taken into custody. He now faces drug and assault charges.

GA Scam Warning: Schemes That Steal Millions From Aging Parents

Con artists targeting aging Atlanta area residents steal millions of dollars. Here are the most common scams in the state.

Atlanta Dogwood Festival: Everything You Need To Know

The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is the city's biggest, longest running arts festival. It runs from Friday through Sunday at Piedmont Park.

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