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Council to Discuss Expanded Mayoral Powers

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1. Under a proposal to be discussed tonight, Canton Mayor Gene Hobgood would have the right to veto any ordinance adopted by the council and suspend the city manager for seven days with pay. .

2. In response to the Dec. 2, 2011, murder of 7-year-old Jorelys RiveraKeep Georgia Safe and  brought Elizabeth Smart to the  for a free seminar Wednesday night. . 

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3. The , but the others tested negative for rabies, health officials said Wednesday.

4. A  for approval after the Georgia House of Representatives approved the measure on Monday.

5. The District 23 race has gotten more crowded. Joining , and Alan Shinall in the race is .

Bonus: Have you voted in this week's Readers' Choice poll? Until 9 a.m. Friday, .

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