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More Than 700 Flags Stolen Along DeKalb July 4 Parade Route
The Druid Hills Civic Association is now scrambling to replace the flags in time for next Thursday's parade.

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The Druid Hills Civic Association is now scrambling to replace the flags in time for next Thursday's parade.

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