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There was plenty of news across Georgia on Monday. 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.

• Georgia's 'Heartbeat Bill' Gets First Court Hearing On Monday
• Trial For Ex-Cop Accused Of Murder Begins
• Here’s How Atlanta Ranks For Most Fun City In U.S.

Atlanta Among Nation's Top Cities For H-1B Visas

The H-1B Visa allows temporary workers to travel to the U.S. to work in a specialty occupation.

Massive Atlanta Junk Yard Fire Billows Smoke Seen For Miles

Fire crews began battling the blaze at a metal recycling plant on Monday morning.

Georgia Ranks In The Middle Of Best States For Teachers

A new report ranked all 50 states based on quality of career for teachers. See where Georgia finished.

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• Girl Scout Inspires Art, Creativity Among Foster Kids
• Metro Leader Named GA Superintendent Of The Year Finalist
  
• School Officials Review Overcrowding, Boundaries