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Zebra That Sprinted Through Atlanta Euthanized
Last Updated: 6:53 PM 03/11/10
 Lima, a 12-year-old circus zebra that caused a stir when he escaped from an animal compound and ran through downtown Atlanta last month has been euthanized.

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Georgia House Delays Vote On Anti-Bullying Proposal
Last Updated: 6:45 PM 03/11/10
 Efforts to update Georgia's anti-bullying statute stalled in the House as its supporters faced opposition from fellow representatives.

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Bye Bye Cell Phones in Valdosta City Schools
Last Updated: 6:41 PM 03/11/10
 Technology has taken class room distractions to another level. That's why a local school system will no longer allow cell phones on its campuses.

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Spring Breakers on a Mission to do the Right Thing
Last Updated: 6:35 PM 03/11/10
 Dozens of University of Tennessee students, part of the Cross Ministry, spent their spring break doing mission work in Colquitt County.
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Kosher Corned Beef Extravaganza
Last Updated: 6:34 PM 03/11/10
 In a few days, south Georgians will get a taste of Jewish life from the Big Apple!

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Diesel Fuel Spill in Valdosta
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Last Updated: 2:10 PM 03/11/10 - Officials say about 20 gallons of diesel fuel has spilled at a gas station in Valdosta. (Full Story)
VSU Student Hit by Vehicle
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Last Updated: 2:20 PM 03/11/10 - A Valdosta State student was struck by an SUV on campus. (Full Story)
Free Start Your Own Business Seminar In Thomasville
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Last Updated: 11:29 AM 03/11/10 - Entrepreneur workshop begins Thursday at 6p.m. (Full Story)
Burglary Suspect Arrested In Moultrie
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Last Updated: 10:37 AM 03/11/10 - Moultrie Police make a major bust in connection with several area burglaries.
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Photos of Slain Hiker Meredith Emerson Will Not Be Released
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Last Updated: 6:27 PM 03/10/10 - Ga. judge bans release of photos of slain hiker (Full Story)
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Department Of Defense To Resume Education Grants To Military Spouses
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Last Updated: 7:00 PM 03/11/10 - The Defense Department says it will partially resume a grant program that pays for college classes and career training for military spouses, who were outraged when the program was abruptly halted last month.
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Zebra That Sprinted Through Atlanta Euthanized
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Last Updated: 6:53 PM 03/11/10 - Lima, a 12-year-old circus zebra that caused a stir when he escaped from an animal compound and ran through downtown Atlanta last month has been euthanized. (Full Story)
Georgia House Delays Vote On Anti-Bullying Proposal
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Last Updated: 6:45 PM 03/11/10 - Efforts to update Georgia's anti-bullying statute stalled in the House as its supporters faced opposition from fellow representatives. (Full Story)
HBO Brings WWII Vets To D.C Memorial
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Last Updated: 6:41 PM 03/11/10 - Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg and Elizabeth Dole are joining 250 veterans at the World War II memorial in Washington to honor their service. (Full Story)
Officer Fired Over Stalking Allegations
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Last Updated: 6:24 PM 03/11/10 - A Bunnell police officer has been fired after officials say he abused department resources to stalk a former girlfriend. (Full Story)
Jail Inmates Arrested For Making And Hiding Alcohol
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Last Updated: 6:12 PM 03/11/10 - Six central Florida jail inmates face charges of making and hiding alcohol behind toilet paper holders. (Full Story)
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