Community Corner
Deadly Tornado One Of Two Likely In Metro Atlanta | Patch PM
Cobb libraries reopen | Meteor shower | Flash flood and thunderstorms | Turf to replace Alpharetta green | EF-1 tornado touches down.

There was plenty of news across Georgia on Monday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of the top stories from the past 24 hours.
Confirmed EF-1 Tornado Hits Douglasville, Kills Restaurant Owner
A popular Douglasville restaurant owner was killed when a tree crushed his SUV Monday morning as a tornado hit the region.
Alpharetta Town Green Converting To Artificial Turf This Summer
On June 1, contractors will remove the grass from the Town Green in Downtown Alpharetta and convert it to artificial turf.
Find out what's happening in Douglasvillefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower Peak: How To See It In Georgia
Meteor shower lovers, catch the Eta Aquariids, weather permitting, in Georgia. There won't be another until the Delta Aquariids in July.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning, Flash Flooding Expected In GA
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning with flash flooding expected across much of north Georgia.
Find out what's happening in Douglasvillefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
The libraries are now open once again for limited in-person service and hours, with curbside service still continuing.
Contribute your own content to Patch by signing up for an account and clicking the "Post on Patch" button at the top right of the site.
- Newk's Eatery Reopens In Smyrna, Offers Daily Deals
- DeKalb County Schools Named Top U.S. High Schools: U.S. News
- Federal Hate Crimes, Firearm Charges Compound Arbery Killing Suspects McMichael, McMichael, and Bryan
- Warnock Works To Remedy Decades Of USDA Bias Against Black Farmers
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning, Flash Flooding Expected In GA
- Diving-Related Accident Claims Life of Gwinnett Firefighter
- Cartersville Medical Center To Be Sold To Atlanta-based Piedmont
- Fifth Third Bank Opens New Smyrna Branch
- Alpharetta Town Green Converting To Artificial Turf This Summer
- Shallowford Road Water Service Interruption Planned Tuesday
- 3 Cobb Neighborhood Libraries Reopen Monday
- Confirmed EF-1 Tornado Hits Douglasville, Kills Restaurant Owner
- Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower Peak: How To See It In Georgia
- Hospital Safety Grades 2021: Northside Hospital Cherokee On List
- Hospital Safety Grades 2021: Northside Hospital Forsyth On List
- Hospital Safety Grades 2021: Emory Johns Creek On List
- Hospital Safety Grades 2021: Wellstar North Fulton On List
- Little Cottage Brewery To Open In Avondale Estates
- Eastside Medical Center To Be Sold To Atlanta-based Piedmont
Across America
- Hero Saves Toddler Thrown From Truck Into Assawoman Bay: Police
- Bill And Melinda Gates Divorcing After 27 Years Of Marriage
- Midair Brawl Leaves Flight Attendant Battered Over Garbage: Feds
- Rocket Launcher As Big As 10-Story Building Could Crash To Earth
- Verizon Sells Internet Trailblazers Yahoo And AOL For $5 Billion
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.