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GEORGIA — Each weekend, Patch affords its readers a review of the top stories and headlines from across Georgia. Here's a roundup of some of the state's major and quirkiest stories. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on these stories by clicking here.

Suspect Arrested In Shooting That Killed 2, Injured 2

A set of brothers were killed in a shooting that reportedly injured their pregnant cousin and aunt.

• 2 Kids Killed, 2 Women Injured In Shooting

Lightning Hits Home

Firefighters responded to a home after it was hit by lightning during morning storms, they say.

2 Dogs, Man Injured In Police Shooting

Authorities say two dogs charged at police officers, leading one of the officers to shoot toward the dogs and injure a man.

New Details Emerge After Woman's Dismembered Body Found In GA

A man is facing charges after a woman's body was found dismembered in a metro Atlanta apartment complex, police say.

GA Beauty School To Permanently Close After Losing Accreditation

" ... This is an incredibly difficult moment for our institution and, most importantly, our students," the Georgia-based beauty school said.

Ole Miss Student Found Dead ID'ed As GA Native

Two students, including a junior from Georgia, were found dead this week at the University of Mississippi.

Soaring Gas Prices Impact GA, US Amid Record Diesel Costs

Fuel-tracker AAA recorded a price tag of $6.53 for diesel in the country - the highest-recorded average price. See what this means in Georgia.

Murder Suspect Fatally Falls From Railing: GBI

After being approached by deputies, authorities say the murder suspect fell from a balcony railing and died.

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