South Cobb, GA|News|
Smyrna Charter School Refocuses On Educating K-6 Grades
After temporarily losing its charter, the International Academy of Smyrna refocuses on grades K-6.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
- Atlanta, GA
I'm Craig Johnson, Atlanta editor for Patch.com. I am a longtime journalist who has written and edited for Michigan's The Detroit News, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, CNN.com and HLNTV.com all here in Atlanta. With Patch, I cover everything going on in Georgia's largest city, including Buckhead, Midtown, Brookhaven and Decatur. I also cover Marietta, East Cobb, Smyrna. Got a story tip? Please send it my way at craig.johnson@patch.com.
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East Cobb, GA|News|
Beni’s Cubano Set To Open June 5 In East Cobb
Beni’s Cubano, described as “home-style Cuban cooking with a chef’s touch," opens June 5 in East Cobb.
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Northeast Cobb, GA|News|
Marietta Police Conclude Online Child Sex Sting
Marietta police close online child sex investigation that began last October. Fifteen people were arrested, police say.
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Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
Brookhaven Lawyer Dies In Custody Of DeKalb Jailers
Ali F. Morad, 51, suffered a "medical emergency" in DeKalb's jail last month. He died at the hospital.
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Smyrna-Vinings, GA|News|
SunTrust Park Food Inspections: B Is For Baseball
How clean is your favorite place to eat at SunTrust Park? Find out here in these restaurant inspections.
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Atlanta|News|
First Look: Whole Foods Restaurant The Roast Opens Its Doors
Called 'The Roast,' the 48-seat restaurant will feature fast-casual Brazilian cuisine.
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Midtown, GA|News|
Midtown Restaurant Inspections: Improper Tobacco Use, Insects Found
How clean is your favorite restaurant and coffee shop in Midtown or elsewhere in Atlanta?
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Marietta, GA|News|
Shooting Leads To SWAT Situation At Marietta Apartments
SWAT unit was called out early Thursday after a man was shot on Favor Road. Authorities detained two people for questioning.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
South Cobb, GA|News|
GBI Probes Officer-Involved Shooting In Cobb
The the Georgia Bureau of Investigation will investigate an officer-involved shooting that occurred in Austell over the weekend.
Craig Johnson, Patch Staff
Virginia Highland-Druid Hills, GA|News|
Virginia-Highland Summerfest Kicks Off This Weekend
Virginia-Highland Summerfest is slated for this weekend in one of Atlanta's most historic neighborhoods.
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Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
Investigation Into DeKalb Sheriff Mann Will Continue: Judge
A Fulton County judge rules Wednesday that the investigation into DeKalb Sheriff Jeffrey Mann does not exceed its jurisdiction.
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East Cobb, GA|News|
Going Up? Here Are 5 Cobb Homes With Elevators: ICYMI
These 5 Cobb County homes with elevators are on a higher level.
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Atlanta|News|
Army Chemist From Atlanta Selected As 'Sexiest Vegan Next Door' Finalist
Atlanta Army chemist is selected as a finalist for '"Sexiest Vegan Next Door" by PETA. Here's how you can vote.
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Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA|News|
Rockland Road Closure Extended In DeKalb
DeKalb officials say Rockland Road's closure has been extended due to ongoing repairs to a sewer main.
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Marietta, GA|News|
'WOW!' House: $1.1M Marietta Mansion With Terrace, Napa-Inspired Wine Cellar
WOW House: $1.1 million Marietta mansion in private cul-de-sac features stunning views from an expansive deck.
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West Cobb, GA|News|
Teen Shot At Cobb Movie Theater: Authorities
Teenager shot at Cobb County movie theater, police say.
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Buckhead, GA|News|
Red SUV May Lead To Gunmen Who Shot Woman In Buckhead: Police
Atlanta police are still searching for two men who tried to rob a couple on Paces Ferry Road and shot a woman.
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Northeast Cobb, GA|News|
Construction Begins On New Aviation Park In Kennesaw
Groundbreaking ceremony last week celebrating new aviation park across from McCollum-Cobb County International Airport in Kennesaw.
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Atlanta|News|
Thieves Steal $200K In Diamonds From Underground Atlanta Store
Thieves take $200,000 worth of diamonds from a jewelry store in Underground Atlanta.
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Midtown, GA|News|
Terminus Festival Comes To Midtown Atlanta In June
Terminus conference and festival hits Midtown Atlanta June 22-25 at the W Midtown.
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