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Only six public schools in Georgia are included among the 362 schools in the nation to receive the honor this year.
Only six public schools in Georgia are included among the 362 schools in the nation to receive the honor this year. (John Bragg)

There was plenty of news across Georgia on Thursday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

Another Climate Strike Set For Friday Morning In Atlanta

Police are expecting a large gathering for the Southeast Climate Strike and Rebellion outside the Buckhead MARTA station.

Missing Woman's Body Found In Cumming, Police Looking For Suspect

The body of Hannah Bender, 21, who had been missing for a week, was found Wednesday in Forsyth County. Now police are looking for suspects.

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Woodstock Officer Fired, Others Suspended For Suspected Drug Use

A Woodstock police officer has been fired and three more suspended for suspected illegal drug use, the department said Thursday.

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