One Possible Cause Of Death For Beloved K-9 Ruled Out | Patch PM

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Sheriff: Blue-Green Algae Not Cause Of K9's Death

Gus, an 8-year-old Hall County Sheriff's Office bloodhound, died Aug. 13 after he cooled off in a pond after tracking a suspect.

Man Threatens Police With Bow And Arrow

Typically used for deer hunting, a bow and arrow would be lethal if an arrow were to penetrate the chest of an officer, police said.

UPDATE: Attempted Child Abduction Was False Alarm, Sheriff Says

The Paulding County Sheriff's Office says they found the man suspected of the attempted crime, but he cooperated and has been cleared.

New Roof Being Donated For Veteran's Home

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

Local Elections Coverage

• Alpharetta To See One Contested Council Race
• Johns Creek Residents Qualify For 2019 General Election
• Crowded Fields Set For Decatur Commission Races

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