Tyler Perry Hires Man After Life Sentence Overturned | 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 some of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

Here’s How Much People Make In The Richest County In Georgia

24/7 Wall St. recently released a study on the richest county in every state, and the No. 1 finisher in our state might surprise you.

Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Is Hiring: When It's Visiting GA

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is hiring 'Hotdoggers' to travel the country and spread the gospel to hot dog fans everywhere.

Video: Fox Wanders Through Backyard In Georgia

A homeowner had a surprise Wednesday when she watched a video as seen on the Neighbors app and saw a fox in her backyard.

Tyler Perry Hires Former Inmate Once Serving Life Sentence

The Fulton County DA's Conviction Integrity Unit ended a man's life sentence and helped him get a job through Tyler Perry.

Two Confirmed Flu Deaths In Metro County

The coroner said a 17-year-old boy and a 29-year-old man died from the flu during the week of Jan. 6.

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• It’s National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day - Hug A Cop
• Hiring Event Seeking Firefighters, Police Officers, In DeKalb
• Second Annual Film Summit Returning Jan. 23
• Spanish-Speaking Students Help With Census Taking
• University Receives $10 Million For Honors College
• Gym Thefts, Teen Has Hit Up Planet Fitness And More
• Auto Parts Store Robbery Victim Former Officer
• City Council Considering Cultural Arts Commission
• Sponsorship Opportunities Available For Alive In Roswell 2020
• Judge Overturns Child Molestation Verdict
• Black History Month Quiz Bowl Offered By Library

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• NBA Player Eliminates $1M Plus Of Atlanta Medical Debt
• Oscars To Go Hostless Again
• Cannabis Health Claims On Twitter Often Misleading, Says Study
• Tom Brady On Instagram: 'I Know I Still Have More To Prove'
• Full Wolf Moon, Eclipse Livestream: Get The Most Out Of Howling
• World's Largest Volunteer Force Fights Australia's Wildfires