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Top GA news includes 4 arrested in connection with metro woman's death. Plus how to share news, events on Patch.

Toys for Tots campaigns are underway throughout metro Atlanta.
Toys for Tots campaigns are underway throughout metro Atlanta. (Renee Schiavone/Patch)

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.

These 2 Clothing Stores In Georgia Are Closing, Retailer Says

The clothing chain Forever 21 expects to close two stores in Georgia; it will shut down nearly 180 locations in the U.S.

Suspect Arrested For Shooting Canton Man Tuesday Night: Police

A 22-year-old Canton man has been arrested for shooting another man four times Tuesday night before fleeing, the Sheriff's Office said.

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Burn Ban Lifted In Metro County

Due to a lack of rain and record-breaking temperatures, Cherokee Fire will be monitoring the fire danger closely and could resume the ban.

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