Drone Playground, Globetrotters, Hawks coach: Nearby News

• 'Put Your Race Card Back In Your Pocket' Greene Tweets To Bush
• Slain Golf Pro Not A Target In Pinetree Shooting: Police

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

Globetrotters Petition To Join NBA, 'Demand A Seat At The Table'

The Gwinnett County-based Harlem Globetrotters want to be the next Georgia team to join the NBA.

DeKalb PD Debuts Civilian Roles For Nonviolent Calls

The DeKalb County Police Department implemented two non-sworn, civilian personnel positions for lower priority, nonviolent service calls.

New Drone Flying Field Open In Southwest Forsyth County

Forsyth County Parks and Recreation has opened a new drone flying field at the future site of Denmark Park off Windy Hill Drive.

Tropical Storm Elsa On Track For Georgia: Forecast

As of Tuesday morning, the tropical storm was expected to turn toward Georgia. Here's how much rain could fall in GA, forecasters say.

Nate McMillan Sheds 'Interim' From Hawks Head Coach Title

McMillan led the Hawks to a 27-11 regular-season finish and were the upstarts of the NBA playoffs, reaching the Eastern Conference Finals.

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