Pandemic Mementos, Vulture Puppet, Merit Scholars: 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 the top stories from the past 24 hours.

• Zoo Atlanta Uses Puppet To Raise, Feed New Vulture Chick
• Coronavirus: Georgia Reports Close To 1500 Dead
• Bartow History Museum Wants Your Pandemic Mementos For Collection

Coronavirus Changes For Kids In Summer Camps, Day Cares

Parents who may be wondering when if their kids will be able to return to in-person teaching this fall may find some relief after Gov. Brian Kemp announced Tuesday that summer camps and daycare facilities may open.

Kemp Makes U-Turn, Says Teens Must Pass Road Test After All

After intense criticism, Gov. Brian Kemp issued an order requiring new drivers to pass a road test by Sept. 30 or lose their licenses.

Flyover Thursday To Salute Health Workers, First Responders

Cartersville Medical Center will get a flyover of its own Thursday evening, saluting health care workers during the coronavirus pandemic.

Tyler Perry Kicks Off National Hospital Week At Grady Hospital

Tyler Perry celebrated National Hospital Week at Grady Hospital by delivering gourmet meals to workers.

National Merit Scholars:

• 10 Gwinnett Grads Receive $2500 National Merit Scholarships
• River Ridge High Senior Wins National Merit Scholarship
• Alpharetta, Milton Grads Receive National Merit Scholarships
• Forsyth County Grads Receive $2500 National Merit Scholarships
• Johns Creek Grads Receive $2500 National Merit Scholarships
• Roswell Grads Receive $2500 National Merit Scholarships
• North Springs High Senior Receives National Merit Scholarship

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Also Worth A Look Today:

• City Of Decatur To Furlough Part-Time Employees
• Thursday Flyover To Salute Hiram Health Care Workers
• Smyrna Annexation Could Increase Population By 65 Percent: Study
• Alpharetta To Begin Reopening Some City Facilities Friday
• Marietta Based Company Wins Contract For I-85 Widening Project
• Patch Honors Bartow County Graduates: Congrats, Class Of 2020
• Marietta Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference
• Smyrna Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference
• Decatur Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference
• Midtown Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference
• Buckhead Heroes: Help Us Recognize Those Making A Difference

Across America

• U.S. Coronavirus Blog: Governors Call Out Congress; Deaths At 83K
• Federal Reserve Chair Warns Of A Possible Sustained Recession
• How To Get Free Or Discounted Prescription Drugs During The Coronavirus Crisis
• Cold Cases Get Colder As Coronavirus Pandemic Wears On
• Simon & Schuster CEO Carolyn Reidy Dies At 71, Company Says