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Stories to talk about this evening:

Atlanta Not Ready For The Zombie Apocalypse

On locally filmed "The Walking Dead," Atlanta quickly turns into a harrowing wasteland when the zombie apocalypse hits.

But would real-life Atlanta fare any better if the undead started roaming the earth? One new study says not so much. >>> Read more.

Clown Rumors Reach Bartow County, Sheriff Issues Warning

It appears reports of clown sightings across Georgia have reached the Cartersville area, and Bartow County's top lawman is not taking the subject lightly.

The Bartow County Sheriff's Office has issued a warning to anyone who dresses up as clowns "for the purpose of criminal mischief," Sheriff Clark Millsap said. >>> Read more.

Holiday 2016: Gift Ideas for Every Budget

• You don't have to break the bank to show the love this holiday season. Browse the best gift inspiration we could find in every price range.

Execution Scheduled for Steven Frederick Spears, Who Killed Ex-Girlfriend in 2001

• Spears' execution will be the eighth in Georgia so far this year.

Atlanta-Area Students Take the Field For Special-Need Classmates

• A homecoming queen was crowned and an unlikely touchdown was scored under the lights on two recent nights.

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