Marietta, GA|News|
2 People Thrown From Motorcycle In Marietta Seriously Injured: Police
According to Marietta police, the passenger thrown from the motorcycle is a 9-year-old girl.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
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Cumming, GA|News|
Items Stolen From Car Recovered During Traffic Stop In Cumming
The driver and passenger were both arrested and turned over to the Dawson County Sheriff’s Officer, Cumming police said.
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Cumming, GA|News|
Man Wanted For Stealing Thousands From Hindu Temple In Cumming: FCSO
Deputies said Marin Marius Michescu, 34, and four other people stole more than $10,000 from a Hindu Temple in Cumming.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Canton-Sixes, GA|News|
Historic Jones Mercantile Building In Canton Sold To Developers
The Historic Jones Mercantile Building will be redeveloped to potentially include retail, restaurants and office space, the developers said.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Alpharetta-Milton, GA|News|
Milton PD To Take Part In 'National Prescription Drug Take Back Day'
Have any unused or expired medication that you'd like to safely get rid of? The Milton Police Department will be happy to help.
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Alpharetta-Milton, GA|News|
New Hair Salon In Milton Celebrates Grand Opening
The new salon, Seven Stone Collective, said it prides itself on green initiatives: care of self and care of the planet.
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Atlanta, GA|News|
More Than 60 Dogs Rescued From 'Overwhelmed' Pet Owner In Georgia
The Atlanta Humane Society said many of the 60 dogs rescued will require medical and behavioral care, and the shelter could use donations.
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Orlando, FL|News|
FL Gov. Ron DeSantis Signs Bill Eliminating Disney Special District
The move would dissolve Walt Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District.
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Miami, FL|News|
FL Shares Examples Of Math Books It Rejected For 'Prohibited Topics'
The Florida Department of Education said some of the math books referenced critical race theory, Common Core and social-emotional learning.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
FL Caterer, Bride Laced Wedding Food With Marijuana: Deputies
Joycelyn Bryant, the catering company owner, and Danya Svoboda, the bride, face multiple charges after deputies said guests became sick.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
FL Sheriff Says Homeowners Are 'More Than Welcome' To Shoot Burglars
The Florida sheriff added that doing so could potentially save taxpayers money.
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Baltimore, MD|News|
Declawing Cats In Maryland Will Soon Be A Crime
Maryland now joins New York as the only two states to ban cat declawing.
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Atlanta, GA|News|
Stacey Abrams To Deliver Commencement Address At Spelman College
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams will serve as the 135th commencement speaker at her alma mater, Spelman College, in May.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Former Firefighter Sues Polk County To Obtain Cancer Benefit
Christina Pierson, a nonsmoker, was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in 2018.
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Tampa, FL|News|
New, Deadly Synthetic Drug 'ISO' Concerns Hillsborough County Sheriff
According to Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister, Isotonitazene or ISO is 20 times more potent than fentanyl.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Builder Applicants Limited In Polk County Due To Surge: Officials
Polk County officials said they've seen an "extraordinary" surge in Polk County building permit applications, resulting in a backlog.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
South Florida Man Found Guilty Of International Money Laundering
Cornelius Singleton brought nearly $1.1 million in cash to St. Petersburg to be delivered to Colombian drug traffickers, authorities said.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Pinellas Park Officer Shot Responding To Domestic Call At Gas Station
According to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, the officer was shot in his right bicep, incapacitating him. The shooter is in custody.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Dillard’s Clearance Store In Tampa To Close: Report
Dillard’s clearance center, which is one of the few remaining retail anchors at the former University Mall in Tampa, will soon close.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Woman Mistakenly Pops Trunk Instead Of Locking It, Guns Stolen: Police
Tampa police are looking for the person who grabbed a woman's purse and two guns. They believe a man captured on video may offer clues.
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