Pie Shop Opens, Taco Bell Burglar, Macy's Closing: News Nearby

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

• Reinhardt's First Nursing Cohort Now Completely Employed
• Mega Millions Winner Purchased Ticket In GA
• After Explosion, Memorial Drive Back Open In SE Atlanta

Georgia Professor Recovering From Hit And Run

A Georgia professor is in a Maryland hospital recovering from injuries he received in a hit-and-run accident on New Year's Eve.

Crave Pie Studio Opens GA Location

Crave Pie Studio is a Duluth-based pie bakery owned and operated by Briana Carson.

SWAT Team Negotiates With Father of 4, Now In Custody

A father who barricaded his home for hours following a domestic dispute has been arrested, said police.

Napping Burglar At GA Taco Bell First Makes Snack: Video

Police are looking for the public's help in identifying a man who recently prepared food and napped during a Taco Bell burglary.

Macy's Closing At Metro Atlanta Mall

The company has not announced an exact closing date, but said there will be a clearance sale beginning this month and lasting two to three months.

New Film Production Studio Coming To GA City

According to company's website, it's a 20,765-square-foot space with both sound stage and office features.

Georgia Quarterback Jake Fromm Announces He's Entering NFL Draft

Jake Fromm will bypass his senior season with the Bulldogs and enter the NFL draft. He announced the news Wednesday on social media.

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• Peek Inside The Most Expensive House For Sale In Kennesaw
• Look Inside The Most Expensive House For Sale In Roswell
• Look Inside The Most Expensive House For Sale In Sandy Springs
• Peek Inside The Most Expensive House For Sale In Woodstock
• Take A Look Inside This 5 Bedroom Smyrna House With Guest Suite
• WOW House: Cartersville Gated Mansion Sits On Six Acres
• Must See: New 4-Bed Decatur Home In The $600ks

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Also Worth A Look Today:

• County Budget Includes More Police And Performance Pay Raises
• Johns Creek Hosting Art Workshop Thursday
• 4 Cherokee Schools Honored By Gov. For Academic Success, Progress
• Forsyth Companies Honored At Manufacturers Awards
• Kennesaw To Host Annual Book Swap Saturday
• Roswell Restaurant Week Returns Jan. 20
• Gwinnett Goodwill: Job Fair To Help With New Job In New Year

Across America

• Iran Missile Strikes: Trump Says U.S. Ready To 'Embrace Peace'
• Iran Attacks U.S. Bases In Iraq, Warns Against Retaliation
• ‘Help Me!’: How Florida Parrot Solved Mystery Of A Frantic Cry
• ‘Dancing Doctor’ Struts His Stuff Right Into Sick Kids’ Hearts
• Ukrainian Airplane Crashes Near Iran's Capital, Killing 176