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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.

• ‘Hearts Break’ After 6-Year-Old Who Was Accidentally Shot Dies
• Disgruntled Ex-Employee Arrested In Popular Coffee Shop Fire
• Georgia Soldier Needs Help Getting War-Plagued Puppies Home

Canton Cadet Marches In NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade

Danielle Wimmer marched in the NYC Saint Patrick's Day Parade as a member of the Randolph-Macon Academy Parade Unit.

Woodstock Preteen Competes In 'American Ninja Warrior Junior'

A 12-year-old from Woodstock is competing in the first "American Ninja Warrior Junior." Tune in April 13 to see how far he goes.

After Heron's Death, Local City Amends Fishing Line Ordinances

A great blue heron died last week after its beak became entangled with fishing line at a lake.

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• Hugh Acheson Offering New Take On Deviled Eggs Easter Dish
• Quick Trip To Quiktrip For Snacks On Stolen Credit Cards: Police
• Ga. 400 At Windward Parkway Expansion Begins To Reduce Congestion