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GA Good News: Teens Thank Workers, Stores Reopen, 2020 Grads

There is still good news in Georgia, including teens thanking healthcare workers, many stores opening and honoring high school graduates.

Healthcare workers at Northside Hospital in Atlanta are being thanked for their heroic work.
Healthcare workers at Northside Hospital in Atlanta are being thanked for their heroic work. (Carly Baldwin/Patch)

GEORGIA — Among the bad news about the coronavirus, there is still some good news to be shared. This includes how to honor your 2020 high school graduate, teens thanking healthcare workers and stores reopening.

Teens Leave 250 Signs Thanking Healthcare Workers At Northside

Inspired by a family friend working at Northside Hospital, one Atlanta teen organized her classmates to deliver 250 signs of thanks.

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Marietta Grandmother Transforms Driveway Into Canvas

A Marietta woman started using her driveway to draw interactive art for people during the coronavirus pandemic.

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GA Makes Coronavirus Testing Available To All Who Request It

More than 108,000 tests were processed since Commissioner Kathleen E. Toomey set the Department of Public Health goal last week.

Atlanta Falcons 2020 Schedule

The NFL is moving forward as if the 2020 season will play as scheduled. Here's what the Falcons' season will look like if it does.

Tyler Perry Will Reopen Studios With Temporary Housing For Crews

Tyler Perry says he will reopen his studios offering production crews temporary housing.

LifeLine Animal Project's Pet For Life Program Sees Higher Demand

The Pet for Life program has served its 20,000th pet. Due to the coronavirus pandemic they asked for help on Giving Tuesday.

GA Father Captures Son's First Home Run In Heartwarming Video

After a month of practicing during Georgia's stay-at-home order, a local father captured a remarkable moment in his young son's life.

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