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Church Redeemed, Slithering, MLB Hosting On Hold: Nearby News

Top stories include a UMC Church property feud starts, snakes make themselves at home, and a non-committal commitment from MLB to Atlanta.

The regional governing board over Mt. Bethel UMC announced Monday it would take over the church rather than let it leave the denomination.
The regional governing board over Mt. Bethel UMC announced Monday it would take over the church rather than let it leave the denomination. (Renee Schiavone/Patch)

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.

Buckhead City Committee Wants 'Divorce' From Atlanta: CEO

A Buckhead cityhood group has undergone a name change to more clearly state its aims — separation from Atlanta and incorporation as a city.

Augusta Woman 'Freaked Out' After Finding 18 Snakes In Bedroom

Trish Wilcher discovered 17 baby Dekay's brown snakes along with their momma after a land-clearing project made her home a breeding ground.

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Atlanta To Get All-Star Consideration At Some Point: MLB Commish

While July 4th is a day of celebration, it's quite the opposite for our furry friends, who are often terrified by the sound of fireworks.

Mt. Bethel UMC Assets To Be Seized 'Immediately' By Conference

The regional governing board over Mt. Bethel UMC announced Monday it would take over the church rather than let it leave the denomination.

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