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Could There Be An Even Bigger Big Chicken? | Patch PM

No Critical Race Theory | Juneteenth festivities | Small quantities of pot no crime | Bigger bird seeks to replicate the Big Chicken.

In a few weeks, the Big Chicken in Marietta won't be the only giant chicken sculpture in Georgia. A taller one is being built in Fitzgerald.
In a few weeks, the Big Chicken in Marietta won't be the only giant chicken sculpture in Georgia. A taller one is being built in Fitzgerald. (Marcus K. Garner/Patch)

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

The Next Big Chicken? An Even Bigger One Is Underway In South GA

In a few weeks, the Big Chicken in Marietta won't be the only giant chicken sculpture in Georgia. A taller one is being built in Fitzgerald.

Free Juneteenth Cultural Festival Planned In Cobb County

The cultural festival will include live music and entertainment, more than 100 vendors, free health screenings, face painting and more.

Find out what's happening in Mariettafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Critical Race Theory Banned In Cobb County Schools

The Cobb County School Board recently adopted a resolution Thursday that prohibits implementing Critical Race Theory and The 1619 Project.

Decriminalize Low-Level Pot Possession: Gwinnett Citizens Board

The new police citizens advisory board will recommend that Gwinnett County decriminalize being caught with less than an ounce of marijuana.

Find out what's happening in Mariettafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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