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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.

• Forever 21, Pier 1: Can Georgia’s 27 Stores Survive?
• The Most Popular Halloween Candy In Georgia
• Former Cobb Commission Chairman Tim Lee Dead At 62

Police ID Woman Wanted For Nearly Hitting Officer

Essence Barkley is wanted for aggravated assault on a police officer. She is also wanted on similar charges out of Atlanta and Chamblee.

10-Year-Old Volunteers, Teaches Students With Autism

"Every school needs an 'Addison,'" one teacher said of the 10-year-old, who volunteers time to help teach students with autism.

Bugs Crawling Into Georgia Homes: How To Get Rid Of Them

Here's what to do as brown marmorated stink bugs, detected in Georgia and 43 other states, crawl into your house to hole up for the winter.

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