Hero's New Roof | Bow And Arrow Wielding Suspect | News Nearby

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

• Sheriff: Blue-Green Algae Not Cause Of K9's Death
• Man Threatens Police With Bow And Arrow
• UPDATE: Attempted Child Abduction Was False Alarm, Sheriff Says

New Roof Being Donated For Veteran's Home

The Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project gives back to U.S. military veterans.

Accused Robbers Shot By Victims, Arrested: Police

Detectives say they believe the robbery may have been drug-related.

Southern Wing Showdown And Summer Halloween: Atlanta This Weekend

Get spooky at the Summer Halloween Carnivale or enjoy unlimited wings at Southern Wing Showdown.

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• Ronald McDonald House Charities Hosting Celebration