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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:39 CST</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[What year is it, anyway?]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=what-year-is-it-anyway</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=what-year-is-it-anyway</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:39 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Opinion</category>
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<description><![CDATA[To the editor&#58; Does a century end with the year '99 and the next one begin then with the year '00? Or is the last year of the century '00 and the next year, in the new century, '01? (Editor's Notes, Jan.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Georgia CEOs Compete to Bring Books to Children]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=georgia-ceos-compete-to-bring-books-to-children</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=georgia-ceos-compete-to-bring-books-to-children</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:35 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Events</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=georgia-ceos-compete-to-bring-books-to-children</guid>
<description><![CDATA[The CEOs and Presidents of Georgia's top universities and corporations are doing battle this week, and the "friendly fire" will benefit children across the state through the Ferst Foundation for Childhood Literacy. Cast your vote for your favorite CEO or President by Friday!<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Rescued Pups Available Soon]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=rescued-pups-available-soon</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=rescued-pups-available-soon</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:33 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
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<description><![CDATA[Some of the 35 dogs rescued from a suspected puppy mill in Mississippi over the weekend could be available for adoption as early as Friday. <br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Morris|Hardwick|Schneider names three new partners - National Mortgage Professional Magazine]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=morrishardwickschneider-names-three-new-partners-national-mortgage-professional-magazine</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=morrishardwickschneider-names-three-new-partners-national-mortgage-professional-magazine</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:14 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=morrishardwickschneider-names-three-new-partners-national-mortgage-professional-magazine</guid>
<description><![CDATA[National Mortgage Professional MagazineMorris|Hardwick|Schneider names three new partnersNational Mortgage Professional MagazineCurrently, she manages the firm&#39;s Dunwoody Perimeter, Ga. office, focusing her practice on conventional residential closings. Hardwick is a member of the ...<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[M.H. v. JEFFERSON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES - Leagle.com]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=m-h-v-jefferson-county-department-of-human-resources-leagle-com</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=m-h-v-jefferson-county-department-of-human-resources-leagle-com</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:13 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=m-h-v-jefferson-county-department-of-human-resources-leagle-com</guid>
<description><![CDATA[M.H. v. JEFFERSON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCESLeagle.comDeKalb County Dep&#39;t of Human Res., 12 So. 3d at 111. Based on that standard of review, we conclude that the juvenile court did not commit reversible error. ...and more&nbsp;&raquo;<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Strong Decatur Ties Will Help DFB, Turner Says]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=strong-decatur-ties-will-help-dfb-turner-says</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=strong-decatur-ties-will-help-dfb-turner-says</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:11 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>TheDNO</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=strong-decatur-ties-will-help-dfb-turner-says</guid>
<description><![CDATA[This story is a follow-up to our January 1 article post(linked at left).<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Officers investigated for handling of warrants against county commissioner]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=officers-investigated-for-handling-of-warrants-against-county-commissioner</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=officers-investigated-for-handling-of-warrants-against-county-commissioner</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:10 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=officers-investigated-for-handling-of-warrants-against-county-commissioner</guid>
<description><![CDATA[DeKalb County Police is investigating the way it handled an incident involving outstanding warrants against county commissioner Sharon Barnes-Sutton, county spokeswoman Sheila Edwards said.Barnes-Sutton was involved in a minor traffic accident on We...<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Officers violated policy in Barnes-Sutton case]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=officers-violated-policy-in-barnes-sutton-case</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=officers-violated-policy-in-barnes-sutton-case</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:09 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=officers-violated-policy-in-barnes-sutton-case</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Three DeKalb County Police officers received written counseling for violating department policy regarding the handling of warrants, public safety director William Miller said in a statement.After an internal investigation, Assistant Chief F. J. Klie...<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Firefighters fired, chief resigns as investigation continues]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=firefighters-fired-chief-resigns-as-investigation-continues</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=firefighters-fired-chief-resigns-as-investigation-continues</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:09 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=firefighters-fired-chief-resigns-as-investigation-continues</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Four DeKalb County Fire Rescue firefighters terminated on Jan. 29 for neglect of duty that resulted in the death of an elderly Dunwoody woman may face criminal charges.Fire Apparatus Operator William J. Greene, Capt. Tony L. Motes, Battalion Chief L...<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Decatur for Haiti - Eat, Drink and Shop in Decatur Feb. 1]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=decatur-for-haiti-eat-drink-and-shop-in-decatur-feb-1</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=decatur-for-haiti-eat-drink-and-shop-in-decatur-feb-1</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:06 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=decatur-for-haiti-eat-drink-and-shop-in-decatur-feb-1</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Decatur for Haiti - Catherine with the Decatur Minute asked that we help to spread the word. Many of&nbsp;our Decatur GA businesses are stepping up to help the Haiti Earthquake victims.&nbsp;The following businesses in downtown Decatur and Oakhurst have agreed to donate a portion of their proceeds from Monday, February 1, 2010&nbsp;to the American Red Cross.Brick Store Pub Cakes and Ale will be closed for a private party, but is still donating a portion of its proceeds. Chick-Fil-A from 5-8 p.m. Fleet Feet Fresche, 12-6 p.m., $25 haircuts with all proceeds going towards the cause. The Grange donating proceeds from their Saturday renaming party and on Monday. Heliotrope HairWerks&nbsp;is off<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Thursday - Underage Drinking Town Hall Meeting]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=thursday-underage-drinking-town-hall-meeting</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=thursday-underage-drinking-town-hall-meeting</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:03 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>DanMagee</dc:creator>
<category>Health, Fitness, &amp; Wellness</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=thursday-underage-drinking-town-hall-meeting</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Please Join Us for an Underage Drinking Town Hall MeetingThursday, February 4th, 6:30PM‐8:00PMDecatur Housing Authority Resource Center, 481 Electric Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030HOSTED BY: BEYOND THE BELL, MOTHERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING, and DECATUR POLICE COMMUNITY RELATIONSWHAT WE'RE DISCUSSING: UNDERAGE DRINKING - ADULT/YOUTH/TEEN CONCERNSWHO SHOULD ATTEND? TEENS‐YOUTH‐PARENTS‐EDUCATORS‐LAW ENFORCEMENT-ALCOHOL PERMIT HOLDERS‐COMMUNITY MEMBERSWHY WE'RE DISCUSSING IT: IT AFFECTS YOU! UNDERAGE DRINKING IS A MAJOR ISSUE!Refreshments will be served. For more information, please call: Beyond The Bell, 770-482‐9182.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Safe Routes - Georgie's Paws (Click on to enlarge)]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=safe-routes-georgies-paws-click-on-to-enlarge</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=safe-routes-georgies-paws-click-on-to-enlarge</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:02 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>DanMagee</dc:creator>
<category>Health, Fitness, &amp; Wellness</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=safe-routes-georgies-paws-click-on-to-enlarge</guid>
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<title><![CDATA[Spend the Week at Several Dancers Core]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=spend-the-week-at-several-dancers-core</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=spend-the-week-at-several-dancers-core</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:01 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Events</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=spend-the-week-at-several-dancers-core</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Several Dancers Core is giving you three opportunities this week to get involved, take dance lessons and watch some pros perform their most recent work:Starting Feb. 10: Beacon Dance, in partnership with Several Dancers Core, will begin offering an ongoing ballroom/partner dance class and practice session every Wednesday between Feb. 10 and June 9. Led [...]<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[ING Marathon Community Meeting Tonight]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=ing-marathon-community-meeting-tonight</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=ing-marathon-community-meeting-tonight</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:29:01 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Events</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=ing-marathon-community-meeting-tonight</guid>
<description><![CDATA[The ING Marathon will come through the City of Decatur on Sunday, March 21. Join the Marathon organizers and the City of Decatur for a community information meeting tonight from 6 until 7 pm in the City Commission Meeting Room of City Hall. Have your questions answered about the route and find out how to volunteer. For [...]<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Chemical Company Fined]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=chemical-company-fined</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=chemical-company-fined</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:57 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=chemical-company-fined</guid>
<description><![CDATA[DSM Chemicals says it will pay an $800,000 fine to the Georgia Environmental Protection Division, after accidentally releasing millions of pounds of cyclohexane into the air.The company said equipment there failed to properly incinerate the chemical, a material similar to gasoline that is used...   <br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Furloughs Likely for UPS Pilots]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=furloughs-likely-for-ups-pilots</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=furloughs-likely-for-ups-pilots</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:57 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=furloughs-likely-for-ups-pilots</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Several hundred pilots for the United Parcel Service face being furloughed as cost-saving talks break down between the company and the pilots' union. Atlanta-based UPS and the Independent Pilots Association successfully avoided pilot furloughs last year after identifying other cost-saving...   <br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Attention Georgia 6th Graders]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=attention-georgia-6th-graders</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=attention-georgia-6th-graders</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:51 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Family</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=attention-georgia-6th-graders</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Put your thinking caps on and grab a pen or pencil. The Georgia Municipal Assocation is holding an Essay Writing Contest for Georgia 6th graders. The essay subject is "If I Were Mayor, I Would...". The deadline is on March 5th, 2010. Essays may not exceed 350 words. One winning essay will be selected from each of GMA's 12 districts. Winners will receive a $250 savings bond and other prizes. The winners, along with their parents and and a teacher, will be recognized at an awards luncheon during April, 2010.Essays should be mailed to:    Georgia Municipal Association   Attention: Essay Contest   P.O. Box 105377   Atlanta, GA 30348For more details on the GMA Essay Contest for Georgia 6th grade<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Which Smoke Detector Could Save Your Life?]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=which-smoke-detector-could-save-your-life</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=which-smoke-detector-could-save-your-life</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:48 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
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<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=which-smoke-detector-could-save-your-life</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Knowing more about smoke detectors could save your family's lives.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Feb. 5]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=feb-5</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=feb-5</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:47 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>unfiltered</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=feb-5</guid>
<description><![CDATA[UGA&#8217;s Adams defends Evans pay hikeClayton school board member loses 2nd bid to stop his ousterJudge grants restraining order against Dougherty school board<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Damon Evans, UGA athletic director: $550,000]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=damon-evans-uga-athletic-director-550000</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=damon-evans-uga-athletic-director-550000</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:47 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>unfiltered</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=damon-evans-uga-athletic-director-550000</guid>
<description><![CDATA[UGA President Michael Adams on Thursday defended a $90,000-a-year raise awarded to athletic director Damon Evans. With automatic annual raises and a retention bonus, Evans could earn $3.2 million under the five-year deal.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Richardson’s PAC files as tax-exempt, but is it in time?]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=richardson%E2%80%99s-pac-files-as-tax-exempt-but-is-it-in-time</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=richardson%E2%80%99s-pac-files-as-tax-exempt-but-is-it-in-time</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:47 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>unfiltered</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=richardson%E2%80%99s-pac-files-as-tax-exempt-but-is-it-in-time</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Glenn Richardson's political action committee registered as tax-exempt Tuesday, but it's not clear whether that will defuse an investigation into his transfer of $219,915 in leftover campaign cash to the committee. The State Ethics Commission is looking into the payment of that money from Richardson's campaign account to the MMV Alliance Fund on New Year's Eve. The question is: Would a tax-exempt filing in February allow MMV to accept a couple hundred thousand dollars in campaign money five weeks earlier?<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Tybee Island Getaway Winner!]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=tybee-island-getaway-winner</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=tybee-island-getaway-winner</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:40 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>atlantaintown</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=tybee-island-getaway-winner</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Stephanie Linder of Atlanta correctly answered the trivia question and was selected this morning as winner of the Valentine Weekend Getaway on Tybee Island courtesy of Oceanfront Cottage Rentals.The Question: During the War of 1812, the British built a structure in 1815 on Tybee Island to guard the Savannah River against attack. Name the structure.The Correct Answer: A Martello TowerWe had nearly 200 entries into this contest, and thank you so much to all those entered. Watch this space and our print edition for more contests coming soon. For more information about renting your cottage at Tybee Island, visit, www.oceanfrontcottage.com.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Laundry List]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=the-laundry-list</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=the-laundry-list</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:37 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Cerebration</dc:creator>
<category>Education</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=the-laundry-list</guid>
<description><![CDATA[No heat in my child's DCSS school today.  We've heard the countless stories of DCSS schools with leaking roofs, mold in the HVAC system, deplorable rest rooms, etc.  Please list your school facilities issues below.This is not a post to whine and throw stones.  A well run school system first has strong academics that trump every other priority, then, a plethora of strong, experienced teachers, and thirdly, safe, well maintained, health school facilities.  An end result of all of the poor spending, waste, bloat, nepostism, and huge non-classroom related personnel hiring by the Lewis administration is that our schools are not maintained at a high level, and that is simply unacceptable.  It's g<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[State rep. Stephanie Stuckey Benfield update Feb. 8-14]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=state-rep-stephanie-stuckey-benfield-update-feb-8-14</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=state-rep-stephanie-stuckey-benfield-update-feb-8-14</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:36 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>clairmont heights</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=state-rep-stephanie-stuckey-benfield-update-feb-8-14</guid>
<description><![CDATA[From state rep. Stephanie Stuckey Benfield for Feb. 8-14, 2010<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Developing: SWAT Stand Off In Tucker Precinct, One Officer Shot In Leg]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=developing-swat-stand-off-in-tucker-precinct-one-officer-shot-in-leg</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=developing-swat-stand-off-in-tucker-precinct-one-officer-shot-in-leg</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:31 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>dekalbofficers</dc:creator>
<category>Public Safety, Neighborhood Watch</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=developing-swat-stand-off-in-tucker-precinct-one-officer-shot-in-leg</guid>
<description><![CDATA[News is filtering in of a SWAT standoff at an apartment complex in Tucker precinct. One officer has been shot in the leg and another person shot is in critical condition.Stay tuned.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Shop in Decatur Monday to help Haiti]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=shop-in-decatur-monday-to-help-haiti</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=shop-in-decatur-monday-to-help-haiti</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:26 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>inDecatur</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=shop-in-decatur-monday-to-help-haiti</guid>
<description><![CDATA[From The Decatur Minute What: Decatur for Haiti. Local Decatur merchants and restaurants donating to the Haiti earthquake relief. When: Monday, Feb. 1 Who: The following businesses have agreed to donate a portion of their proceeds from Feb. 1 to...<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[MetroFresh Offspring Coming to Decatur?]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=metrofresh-offspring-coming-to-decatur</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=metrofresh-offspring-coming-to-decatur</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:24 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>DecaturMetro</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=metrofresh-offspring-coming-to-decatur</guid>
<description><![CDATA[In a post on the beautifully formatted Atlanta Magazine site, the Covered Dish blog ladles out some potentially delicious news.In the next 18 months, MetroFresh owner Mitchell Anderson plans to open three new sandwich locations, called &#8220;MitchWich&#8221;, around the ATL.  The concept?MitchWich will feature a 1,000-1,500 square-foot floor plan with a "warmer and woodsier feel" [...]<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Bond ordered for son, wife charged in mom's fire death]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=bond-ordered-for-son-wife-charged-in-moms-fire-death</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:13 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Melissa</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=bond-ordered-for-son-wife-charged-in-moms-fire-death</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Bond was ordered today for a Peachtree City couple charged with setting a fire that killed the husband's mother.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Feb 12, 2010: No School at Dekalb County School System]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=feb-12-2010-no-school-at-dekalb-county-school-system</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=feb-12-2010-no-school-at-dekalb-county-school-system</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:12 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>radaroreilly</dc:creator>
<category>Events</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=feb-12-2010-no-school-at-dekalb-county-school-system</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Schools/Administrative Offices Closed.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Children’s Healthcare awarded fun center]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=children%E2%80%99s-healthcare-awarded-fun-center</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=children%E2%80%99s-healthcare-awarded-fun-center</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:10 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>newshound</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=children%E2%80%99s-healthcare-awarded-fun-center</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Hughes Spaulding won a Starlight Fun Center from Colgate, and you can help the hospital win again.    <br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[DeKalb cop, woman shot; shooter killed in domestic dispute]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=dekalb-cop-woman-shot-shooter-killed-in-domestic-dispute</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=dekalb-cop-woman-shot-shooter-killed-in-domestic-dispute</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 20:28:04 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ajcReader</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=dekalb-cop-woman-shot-shooter-killed-in-domestic-dispute</guid>
<description><![CDATA[One woman is in critical condition and a DeKalb County police officer was shot Monday evening after a domestic dispute that left the primary suspect dead, police said.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Comcast, United Way offer an affordable way to enjoy Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey while supporting our community]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=comcast-united-way-offer-an-affordable-way-to-enjoy-ringling-bros-and-barnum-bailey-while-supporting-our-community</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=comcast-united-way-offer-an-affordable-way-to-enjoy-ringling-bros-and-barnum-bailey-while-supporting-our-community</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:01:52 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Events</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=comcast-united-way-offer-an-affordable-way-to-enjoy-ringling-bros-and-barnum-bailey-while-supporting-our-community</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Comcast, Feld Entertainment and United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta have teamed up to bring you a special offer for the upcoming Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus. Now through February 21, any individual who makes a donation to United Way will receive free Ringling Bros. tickets.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta Foreclosures Jump In February]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=metro-atlanta-foreclosures-jump-in-february</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=metro-atlanta-foreclosures-jump-in-february</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:01:51 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=metro-atlanta-foreclosures-jump-in-february</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Foreclosure notices in metro Atlanta jumped 27 percent in February compared with January. <br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Not everyone sold on property tax plan - Atlanta Journal Constitution]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=not-everyone-sold-on-property-tax-plan-atlanta-journal-constitution</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=not-everyone-sold-on-property-tax-plan-atlanta-journal-constitution</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:01:29 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=not-everyone-sold-on-property-tax-plan-atlanta-journal-constitution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Not everyone sold on property tax planAtlanta Journal ConstitutionCalvin Hicks, DeKalb County&#39;s chief appraiser, said yearly mailings would probably not require more workers. DeKalb mails between 50000 to 100000 notices ...<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[New Commissioner Garrett Lays Out Goals for Her Term]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=new-commissioner-garrett-lays-out-goals-for-her-term</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=new-commissioner-garrett-lays-out-goals-for-her-term</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:01:27 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>TheDNO</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=new-commissioner-garrett-lays-out-goals-for-her-term</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Patti Garrett put her left hand on the bible, her right hand inthe air and pledged to carry out the duties incumbent of a Decatur,Georgia City Commissioner for the next four years. With that, thecity's governing board found itself with a new face and newperspective at their first meeting of the year on Monday, January4.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[State Hires Lawyers for Poor Defendants, But Group Says It's Not Enough]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=state-hires-lawyers-for-poor-defendants-but-group-says-its-not-enough</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=state-hires-lawyers-for-poor-defendants-but-group-says-its-not-enough</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:01:11 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=state-hires-lawyers-for-poor-defendants-but-group-says-its-not-enough</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A judge heard arguments Friday in a case over whether the state has failed to provide lawyers for hundreds of poor people in jail to appeal their convictions.  The Southern Center for Human Rights wants the court to force the state to come up with the money to pay the lawyers.In today's hearing...   <br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Lewis Blames State Leadership For Little High Speed Rail Money]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=lewis-blames-state-leadership-for-little-high-speed-rail-money</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=lewis-blames-state-leadership-for-little-high-speed-rail-money</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:01:10 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=lewis-blames-state-leadership-for-little-high-speed-rail-money</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Georgia U.S. Representative John Lewis says the state was left behind in getting stimulus money for high speed rail.  Lewis blames a lack of leadership in the state.Georgia recently received $750,000 in stimulus dollars for feasibility studies.  At the same time, neighboring North Carolina got a...   <br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Did Super Bowl Ads Live Up To Hype?]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=did-super-bowl-ads-live-up-to-hype</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=did-super-bowl-ads-live-up-to-hype</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:01:00 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>kimgokce</dc:creator>
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<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=did-super-bowl-ads-live-up-to-hype</guid>
<description><![CDATA[For a lot of people, the best part of watching super bowl is the commercials! We're getting a play by play on last night's commercials from Walter Kuhn and Chad Wall from Mower and Associates.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Chase denied loan modifications for now-forbidden reason]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=chase-denied-loan-modifications-for-now-forbidden-reason</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=chase-denied-loan-modifications-for-now-forbidden-reason</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:00:58 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>unfiltered</dc:creator>
<category>Other News</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=chase-denied-loan-modifications-for-now-forbidden-reason</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Chase Home Finance has rejected some mortgage modifications because it considered the homeowners' hardships to be temporary. The Treasury Department has since barred that practice, but those homeowners are left struggling to avoid foreclosure.<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Safe Routes to School Online Webinar]]></title>
<link>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=safe-routes-to-school-online-webinar</link>
<comments>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=safe-routes-to-school-online-webinar</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:00:49 CST</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Cerebration</dc:creator>
<category>Education</category>
<guid>http://www.communityradar.com/story.php?title=safe-routes-to-school-online-webinar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Connecting Safe Routes to School with HealthTuesday, February 23, 20102:00 PM - 3:00 PM ESTPresenter: Arthur Wendel, M.D., M.P.H., Healthy Community Design Initiative, The National Center for Environmental Health, CDCSafe Routes to School (SRTS) has the potential for catalyzing a substantial improvement in transportation's effect on health. Over 50 million students and nearly 5 million teachers travel to school each day.  Trips to school via walking or bicycling are on the decline. In 1969, 50% of children walked or bicycled to school, but by 2001, only 15% walked or bicycled. In some cities, it has been estimated that up to 25% of peak morning travel is due to parents driving their childre<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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