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Between TV, video games, computers and smart phones kids, the amount of screen time kids and families are taking part in is on the rise.

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Between TV, video games, computers and smart phones kids, the amount of screen time kids and families are taking part in is on the rise.

The CDC says everyone over the age of 6 months should get a flu shot.
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Check out what's happening this week in and around North Druid Hills.
The department is hoping to fill 80 positions.
Sandy Springs Charter Commission Chairman Oliver Porter speaks with the Lakeside City Alliance.
The North Atlanta High principal resigned Friday after less than a year at the Buckhead high school to take a new position in Lilburn.
For the first time, non-members of the Garden Hills Pool are able to bring their dogs for the annual Dog Swim on Sunday, Sept. 15.
Check out the top stories of Buckhead Patch.
Check out the top North Druid Hills Patch stories of the week.
The resignation announcement comes a year after "Bloody Friday" when NAHS principal Mark MyGrant and other top administrators were removed from the school by APS officials.
The early afternoon event will take place on the Decatur Square in front of the Old Courthouse on Ponce de Leon Avenue.
The Young Israel of Toco Hills has started demolition and building its new larger synagogue on LaVista Road.
Thieves are going through the difficulty of stealing water meters, despite their minimal resale value.
Also, Shallowford Church hoses "Kids on a Mission" and more happening this weekend in and around North Druid Hills.