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No Peach Drop, Chili's Closing, Gang Arrests: News Nearby

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The annual Atlanta New Year's Eve Peach Drop won't happen this year, according to the city.
The annual Atlanta New Year's Eve Peach Drop won't happen this year, according to the city. (YouTube)

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.

Nigerian National Sentenced In Online Dating Scheme

The first of several Nigerian nationals charged with a multi-year wire fraud scheme that stole about $1.8 million has been sentenced, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

VIDEO: Clerk Takes Gun From Gas Station Robber

A gas station clerk in Duluth took control of a robbery situation in October by taking a gun from the robber, video from the incident shows.

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2 Men Arrested After Undercover Chat With Minors: Police

Two men were arrested this week after they attempted to meet up with minors for sex, authorities said.

Recent Metro Restaurant Inspection Scores

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