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There was plenty of news across Georgia on Friday. 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.

• Hoverboard Apartment Fire Causes 38 To Be Displaced
• Watch Video Of Matt Ryan Surprising High School Team At Practice
• Officer Shot In The Head Moved To Shepherd's Brain Rehab Unit

Scam Alert Issued By Sheriff's Office

Several residents have been receiving phone calls from someone claiming to be representing law enforcement authorities and demanding money.

Council Overrides Mayor's Veto Of Restaurant District Ordinance

Residents visiting certain licensed establishments will be allowed to carry out a single serving of alcohol within a particular area in downtown Canton.

Acid Spill Shuts Down Road

An acid spill from a package being delivered to the Pilgrim's Pride chicken plant closed a portion of a local road Friday afternoon.

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• Burglary Suspects Stole Cash, $4,000 In Cigarettes: Deputies
• When Is The First Day Of Fall 2018? Can’t-Miss Events In Georgia
• Update: 72-Year-Old Woman With Dementia Found Safe

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