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Pentagon Stabbing, Buckhead Trash Talk, Vax Pass | Nearby News

Top stories include tough critics in Buckhead, more eateries asking for proof of vaccine, and Georgia man accused of Pentagon attack.

Pentagon Police Chief Woodrow Kusse speaks during a briefing at the Pentagon in Washington, Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021. Austin William Lanz fatally stabbed Pentagon Police Officer George Gonzales outside the Pentagon before shooting and killing himself.
Pentagon Police Chief Woodrow Kusse speaks during a briefing at the Pentagon in Washington, Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021. Austin William Lanz fatally stabbed Pentagon Police Officer George Gonzales outside the Pentagon before shooting and killing himself. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

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

How Georgia Ranks In New COVID-19 Hospitalizations

Is Georgia among those managing a surge in coronavirus hospitalizations? Or is it collapsing beneath the weight? A new ranking weighs in.

Cobb Man Who Fatally Stabbed Pentagon Officer Had Troubled Past

Austin William Lanz fatally stabbed Pentagon Police Officer George Gonzales outside the Pentagon before shooting and killing himself.

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Atlanta Mayor Asks For Public's Help, Earns Buckhead Email Jeers

Buckhead cityhood leader pans Keisha Lance Bottoms' comments as she defends mask mandate and announces Anderson Park death arrest warrant.

More Atlanta Restaurants Are Going 'Vax-Only'

A popular Old Fourth Ward eatery and several East Atlanta Village restaurants are requiring patrons to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

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