Duluth, GA|News|
Duluth Woman Finally Home After Giving Birth While In A Coma
Daysi Marcillo called her survival a miracle after being hospitalized since early January with COVID-19 and 29 weeks pregnant.
Andy Nguyen, Patch Staff
Georgia: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Georgia are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Minneapolis, MN|News|
'Operation Safety Net': Latest On Safety During Chauvin Trial
Local, state and federal law enforcement partners have worked since July to anticipate and prevent violent unrest.
Payton Potter, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Coronavirus Survivors Urgently Needed To Donate Plasma In Georgia
As COVID-19 hospitalizations rise, Northside Hospital and Atlanta Blood Services are urgently seeking GA survivors to donate plasma.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
300,000 Dead: Remembering Georgians We Lost To Coronavirus
Here at Patch, we know your friends, families and loved ones are more than numbers. We want to help you share the stories of GA lives lost.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
COVID-19 Vaccines Arrive In Atlanta Monday Morning
The first batch of COVID-19 vaccines arrived in Atlanta Monday morning, and is earmarked for health-care workers and vulnerable residents.
Kara McIntyre, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
GA COVID-19 Hospital Capacity At Risk Of Surge, New Data Shows
Covid Act Now says Georgia coronavirus cases are climbing and intensive care bed capacity is at risk of handling a surge.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Roswell, GA|News|
Most Will Get Coronavirus Vaccine But Concerns Raised: GA Survey
Most GA Patch survey respondents will take the coronavirus vaccine, although many say they are worried if it is safe and effective.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Canton-Sixes, GA|News|
GA Patch Survey: Will You Take The Coronavirus Vaccine?
Gov. Brian Kemp's latest renewal of Georgia coronavirus guidelines includes the pending vaccine. Will you get it when it becomes available?
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Johns Creek, GA|News|
Johns Creek Supports Six Bridges Brewing During Pandemic
Before the coronavirus hit in March, Six Bridges Brewing in Johns Creek was preparing to have a busy summer with events.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Woodstock-Towne Lake, GA|News|
Georgia Coronavirus Vaccine Guidelines Issued By Gov. Kemp
Gov. Brian Kemp's latest renewal of Georgia coronavirus guidelines includes changes regarding the pending vaccine.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Nominate Favorite Georgia Business As Best Of The Year
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Georgia Business of the Year.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Roswell, GA|News|
Most GA Families To Stay Home For Thanksgiving: Patch Survey
While many Georgia Patch readers are being extra cautious, others said it's "business as usual" for Thanksgiving despite the pandemic.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Woodstock-Towne Lake, GA|News|
Coronavirus Spread In Cherokee County: See Your Risk Of Exposure
A new tool assesses the risk of gathering with others in Cherokee County or elsewhere.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Alpharetta-Milton, GA|News|
Coronavirus Spread In Fulton County: See Your Risk Of Exposure
A new tool assesses the risk of gathering with others in Fulton County or elsewhere.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Cumming, GA|News|
Coronavirus Spread In Forsyth County: See Your Risk Of Exposure
A new tool assesses the risk of gathering with others in Forsyth County or elsewhere.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Sandy Springs, GA|News|
Local Medical Spa Helps Patients Struggling With Skin Concerns
Ellemes Medical Spa offers a variety of corrective and preventative skin treatments, including for patients with skin issues due to masks.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Across Georgia|News|
GA Patch Local Business Information Center: A Community Resource
Georgia Patch has partnered with scores of local businesses to keep you informed about their services during the pandemic and beyond.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Alpharetta-Milton, GA|News|
Free Coronavirus Testing Offered Tuesday In Milton
According to the Fulton County Board of Health Epidemiology Report released Wednesday, Milton has had 632 positive coronavirus cases.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Marietta, GA|News|
Marietta Couple Acquire DIY Studio; Business 'Steadily Better'
Michelle and Steve Gormally opened Project Studio in March. They've been able to sustain business through the coronavirus pandemic.
Andrea V. Watson, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Pandemic Pushes Atlanta Movie Tours Out Of Business: Exclusive
Since 2012, Atlanta Movie Tours has taken over 70,000 guests to filming locations for shows like "The Walking Dead." But that has ended.
Andrea V. Watson, Patch Staff
Alpharetta-Milton, GA|News|
GA Coronavirus Restrictions Extended As Hospitalizations Drop
Gov. Brian Kemp extended the public health state of emergency and existing coronavirus safety measures for Georgia through Oct. 10.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Woodstock-Towne Lake, GA|News|
GA Educators Group: Teachers Should Choose When To Return
Gov. Brian Kemp asked the group to give input on the pending decision whether to designate Georgia educators as essential workers.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Marietta, GA|News|
1-Year-Old Metro Atlanta Boy Dies From Coronavirus
The death of a 1-year-old boy from Cobb County due to the coronavirus has been confirmed by the Georgia Department of Public Health.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Roswell, GA|News|
Roswell Fire Chief Off Ventilator After Fighting Coronavirus
Roswell Fire Chief Ricky Burnette's daughter posted online Wednesday her dad is off the ventilator and awake after fighting coronavirus.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Across Georgia|News|
GA Patch Local Business Information Center: A Community Resource
Patch has partnered with scores of local businesses to keep you informed about their services during the pandemic and beyond.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Roswell, GA|News|
GA Drops To Second Highest For Coronavirus Severity: Report
A new report from the White House Coronavirus Task Force shows that Georgia has dropped from the top spot to second for new infections.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Roswell, GA|News|
GA Sees 100 New Coronavirus Deaths As State Touts 'Good Numbers'
On Tuesday, Georgia recorded 107 new deaths, including a 14-year-old girl from Habersham County.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Roswell, GA|News|
Roswell Mayor Mandates Mask Use In City Buildings
Roswell Mayor Lori Henry has issued an updated executive order, mandating visitors to city buildings and facilities wear face coverings.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Alpharetta-Milton, GA|News|
Health Models Rank Fulton County At Accelerated Coronavirus Risk
Georgia is topping lists of at-risk states for contracting the coronavirus in not one, but two new models that track rates of infection.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Woodstock-Towne Lake, GA|News|
GA Updates Daily Coronavirus Website, Including Hospital Capacity
The Georgia Department of Public Health updated its coronavirus website, now including hospital bed capacity, county cases and map changes.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Sandy Springs, GA|News|
Mask Mandate Issued By City Of Sandy Springs
Sandy Springs Mayor Rusty Paul said people must wear a mask when in public places and spaces.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Cumming, GA|News|
Forsyth Teens Strive To Fight Drug Abuse During Coronavirus
The Forsyth County Youth Council created a Drug Take Back event for adults to help get unneeded medicines out of the home.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Sandy Springs, GA|News|
No Fans At Falcons, Atlanta United Games Next Month
Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United games played in September at Mercedes-Benz Stadium will not have fans, team officials said Monday.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Canton-Sixes, GA|News|
Half Of Cherokee High Schools Closed From Coronavirus Outbreaks
Creekview High School in Canton is the third Cherokee County high school to have closed due to the coronavirus, the district said.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Dallas-Hiram, GA|News|
Whistleblower Coronavirus Email Set Up For GA Students, Teachers
Hundreds of emails that say GA schools are not taking correct precautions against coronavirus have come in to a whistleblower tips site.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Canton-Sixes, GA|News|
White House: GA Coronavirus Outbreak Looms Without Restrictions
A report by the White House Coronavirus Task Force says Georgia may have more widespread cases if restrictions aren't enacted.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Sandy Springs, GA|News|
Fulton Schools Delaying Sports Competitions Until Mid-September
Fulton Schools Athletic Director Steven Craft announced Thursday the district will delay all fall sports competitions until Sept. 14.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Roswell, GA|News|
Roswell Fire Chief 'Fighting For His Life' Against Coronavirus
Roswell Fire Chief Ricky Burnette is in the ICU on a ventilator after getting coronavirus, according to previous Fire Chief Ricky Spencer.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Canton-Sixes, GA|News|
Kemp Stresses Mask Wearing As Positive Tests Dip Below 10 Percent
On Thursday, Gov. Brian Kemp said it's important to wear a mask and social distance, as positive test numbers and hospitalizations are down.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
Woodstock-Towne Lake, GA|News|
Woodstock High School Closed Due To Coronavirus Outbreak
As of Wednesday morning, 289 Woodstock High School students and staff are in quarantine, with that number likely to increase.
Kathleen Sturgeon, Patch Staff
