Georgia Ranks No. 18 Out Of All States: U.S. News| Patch PM

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

Georgia Among Top States In Latest U.S. News Ranking

The annual ranking by U.S. News & World report evaluates each state's economy, education system, fiscal stability and more.

Georgia House Votes To Allow Visitors At Long-Term Care Facilities, Hospitals

The bill, authored by Acworth Republican Setzler, applies to essential caregivers, people designated by the patient to offer assistance.

SweetWater Brewery In Buckhead Nominated for USA Today's 10Best

Voting is still open for the 10 best places in the nation to drink beer outdoors. Make your choice.

Emergency Rental Assistance Funding Provided To Forsyth County

The Forsyth County Rent and Utility Relief Program was created for short-term assistance for renters with income loss due to the pandemic.

Brookhaven Begins Redistricting Process Ahead Of Fall Elections

Brookhaven City Council approved a contract with an analytics firm to aid in redistricting efforts prior to fall municipal elections.

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• Georgia Gwinnett Student Wins U.S. Supreme Court Free Speech Case
• Gwinnett Restaurant Inspections: Texas Roadhouse, Waffle House
• 2 Robberies, 1 Sexual Assault Attempt: Decatur, Brookhaven Police
• CanCare Support Group Thanks Emory Johns Creek Healthcare Workers
• 2-Year-Old Struck, Killed By Car At Six Flags Over Georgia
• Tucker Brewing Company Nominated For USA Today's 10Best
• Jekyll Brewing Nominated For USA Today's 10Best
• From The Earth Brewing Nominated For USA Today's 10Best
• Top Woman Marketer To Speak To Buckhead Business Webinar
• No-Excuse Voting Ban Creates GOP Schism As Georgia Senate Presses On
• Busy Georgia Legislative Deadline Day Includes Citizen's Arrest Overhaul
• Inmate Assaults Milton Teen Jailed On U.S. Capitol Attack Charges
• Fire Causes Death Of 60-Year-Old Canton Woman
• Woodstock Man Charged With 15 Counts Of Child Sexual Exploitation
• Cobb Restaurant Inspections: Longhorn Steakhouse, Panera Bread
• Bartow Restaurant Inspections: Allatoona Grill, Pizza Hut

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