Gov. Brian Kemp Wants To Roll Back COVID Restrictions | Patch PM

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.

Kemp To Ease GA COVID-19 Restrictions: 'We Have Been Open'

Gov. Brian Kemp looks to reopen Georgia by rolling back pandemic restrictions in an effort to spur business coming into the state.

Sandy Springs Teacher Recognized In National Harmony Hero Program

Riverwood International Charter School teacher, Patti Lawrimore, has been recognized as an EarthKind Harmony Hero.

Cobb COVID-19 Rental Assistance Applications Open April 1

Cobb County residents can apply online for the county's new $22.8 million COVID-19 rent and utility relief program starting Thursday.

Roswell Hires Joe Pennino As New Fire Chief

The City of Roswell has selected Joe Pennino of Largo, Florida, as the next fire chief of Roswell.

Cocktails-To-Go Could Join Wine And Beer For Restaurant Take-Out

A bill just passed by the Georgia House would allow mixed drinks with take-out food orders. All it needs now is Gov. Brian Kemp's signature.

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• Two Men Shot Dead Identified By Gwinnett Police
• Fighting Hunger: How To Apply For Food Stamps In Georgia
• Newsweek Top Hospitals Ranking Includes Emory Johns Creek
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• Suspect Sought In Connection With Double Homicide: Gwinnett PD
• Easter Bunny To Visit Avalon Offering Photos, Scavenger Hunts
• Woodstock Summer Concert Series 2021 Line Up Announced
• Cherokee Schools Names 2021 Partners, Volunteers Of The Year
• Cocktails-To-Go Could Join Wine And Beer For Restaurant Take-Out
• GA Congresspeople, Others Condemn Spa Shooting, Anti-Asian Hate
• Man Shot Near Cobb County RaceTrac With Child In Backseat: Police
• 2 Men Injured In I-285 Crash: Cobb Police
• Cobb Homestead Exemptions Due April 1: What You Need To Know
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