Pence Visiting GA For 'Defend The Majority' Rally: Patch PM

There was plenty of news across Georgia on Thursday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

Vice President Pence In Canton Friday To 'Defend The Majority'

Vice President Mike Pence will visit Canton Friday for his "Defend the Majority" tour, joined by Senators David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler.

Coronavirus: 7-Day Average Of Cases Up 600+ In Just A Week

Thursday's report showed more than 2,000 new COVID-19 cases for the fifth time since Oct. 31. The last time they were that high was Sept. 3.

Ex-Gwinnett Coach Charged With Sexual Assault: GBI

A former Gwinnett coach and teacher recently working in Crisp County was charged Thursday with sexual assault, according to authorities.

Pandemic Fatigue, Holiday Stress Create 'Perfect Storm' For COVID Surge

"Pandemic fatigue" is largely to blame for a nationwide spike in cases, U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams told NPR's "All Things Considered" Saturday.

1,000 Fulton County Families To Receive Thanksgiving Meals GA

Families were selected by the Fulton County and Atlanta school districts and will receive a turkey produce and a grocery store gift card.

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• Windward Parkway, Ga. 400 Turn Lanes Opened
• Forsyth Superintendent Seeks Help Mitigate Coronavirus Spread
• Home Delivery Of Alcohol Approved By Sandy Springs Council
• Roswell Nonprofit Opens Home Furnishings Store To Benefit Kids
• City Of Woodstock Approves Hot Spot Grant For Schools
• Johns Creek Directs $2.7M In CARES Act Funds To Local Businesses
• Atlanta Estate Offers Private Living, Entertaining Space At $1.2M
• Private Buckhead Ranch Offers Plenty Of Space, Luxurious Living
• Midtown Penthouse Condo Boasts Privacy, Amazing City Views
• Renovated Decatur Ranch Boasts Indoor, Outdoor Comfort At $699K
• Custom Smyrna Charmer Offers Luxurious Privacy At Under $1.1M
• Amazing $1.25M Marietta Estate Comes With Endless Possibilities
• New Construction In Brookhaven Offers Glorious Open-Space Living
• WOW House: East Cobb Riverfront Home On 2 Acres, $1.2 Million
• WOW House: Executive Home With Golf Course View, $649,800
• WOW House: Equestrian Estate With Pastures, Barn, Arena, $649,900

Across America

• CDC Advises No Thanksgiving Travel Amid Coronavirus Spikes
• Americans, Especially Republicans, Lost Faith In Election: Study
• Millions Could Lose Unemployment Benefits The Day After Christmas
• How To Do Thanksgiving Dinner On A Budget
• Owl Rescued From Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree