GA Good News: Elf 'Ban' Revoked, $80K For First Responders

GEORGIA — Amid the bad news, there's still good news to be shared, including the repealing of a mock Elf on the Shelf "ban" in Cobb County; a coat drive for those in need of winter gear; a new children's resale store opening; and $80,000 raised for first responders in two North Fulton cities.

• DeKalb Fall Break Mini Camp Registration Now Open
• $80,000 Raised For Alpharetta, Milton First Responders
• Once Upon A Child Opens Children's Resale Store In Douglasville
• Creekland Middle Named Winner Of County Academic Bowl
• Adoption Fees Lowered For Limited Time At Paulding Animal Shelter
• New I-85 Interchange At SR 324 Gravel Springs Opens In Gwinnett
• 'Operation Bundle' Coat Drive Is Collecting Winter Items: DeKalb
• GA Judge Revokes Elf On The Shelf 'Ban'

Additionally, Patch's "30 Days of Gratitude" series has been going on throughout November, with stories about living with gratitude — in simple terms, a deliberate choice to see the goodness and joy in your life and to wish the same for your Georgia neighbors.

Here are a few examples from the past week:

• Tucker Woman's 'Love Of Life' Thanked: 30 Days Of Gratitude
• Norcross High School Leaders Thanked: 30 Days Of Gratitude
• Cartersville Neighbors Check On Elderly: 30 Days Of Gratitude
• Daughter Thanks Parents For Love, Support: 30 Days Of Gratitude

Fill out the form in this article to let someone know you appreciate what they do: Tell Someone In Georgia You're Grateful For Them. We'll publish your letter here on Patch as part of our "30 Days Of Gratitude" series.