Pit Bull Mauling Leaves GA Teen Facing Long Recovery | Patch PM

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

Georgia Teen Faces Long Recovery After Horrific Pit Bull Attack

The family of a teenage girl whose scalp and left ear were torn off by two pit bulls said she's facing a "long, hard" road to recovery.

GA Teen Loses Both Parents Days Apart To The Coronavirus

A rising senior at Johns Creek High lost both of his parents days apart to the coronavirus. Now the community is stepping up to help.

Trump: ‘Can’t Say One Way Or The Other’ That Lewis Was Impressive

President Donald Trump instead pointed out in an interview Monday that late civil rights icon John Lewis "didn't come to my inauguration."

Georgia Ranks No. 1 In Film Production

Georgia is ranked No. 1 in film production, according to a report.

First West Nile Positive Mosquitoes In 2020 Found In DeKalb

The DeKalb County Board of Health has trapped West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes at three locations in the county.

Watching Street Racing In Spots Like Midtown Could Get You Fined

The Atlanta City Council approved legislation that says people watching street racers can be fined $1,000 or receive jail time.

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Also Worth A Look Today:

• Georgia World Congress Center Reopens For Coronavirus Patients
• Midtown Atlantic Station Unveils Complimentary Concierge Program
• Non Discrimination Ordinance Passed By Smyrna City Council
• DeKalb Lives Lost To Coronavirus To Be Honored At Memorial
• Marietta Mayor Will Discuss City's Economic Develops Wednesday
• Buckhead Company Included In 'Atlanta's Best Places To Work 2020'
• Wills Park Pool Closes After Employee Tests Positive: Coronavirus
• GA Dedicates $6 Million To Connect Students To The Internet
• Confederate Monument To Be Moved From Douglas County Courthouse
• Outdoor Workout Classes Offered This Month At Halcyon
• Blocked On Facebook, Douglasville Woman Sues County Commissioner
• Sandy Springs Hosting Civic Dinners To Promote Conversations
• Coronavirus: 81 More Deaths In Georgia, Close To 1-Day Record
• In-Person Classes To Resume In Gwinnett County On Aug. 25 — Maybe

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