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Eta Aquariid, Libraries Open, Deadly Weather: Nearby News

Top stories included an EF-1 tornado, COVID-19 restrictions lifted at Cobb libraries, and the Eta Aquariid meteor shower is in sight.

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.

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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.

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3 Cobb Neighborhood Libraries Reopen Monday

The libraries are now open once again for limited in-person service and hours, with curbside service still continuing.

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