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Suspect wanted for rape fatally shot by deputies in Canton: Authorities
SUMMARY: A deadly officer-involved shooting occurred early this morning in Canton, where a man suspected of rape was shot and killed by Cherokee County deputies. The incident began Friday night when Floyd County deputies requested assistance to arrest the suspect, who was armed. After failed negotiation attempts, a SWAT team was deployed. Shots were fired just after midnight, resulting in the suspect’s death. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is handling the investigation, which is standard protocol for such incidents. Updates will be provided through the 11 Alive mobile app and website.

Authorities said when they arrived around 11:15 p.m., they found the suspect outside the home and armed.
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72nd Annual Reunion for those who once lived in Dunbarton, Sc
SUMMARY: The town of Dunbarton in Barnwell County, SC, was one of seven towns displaced by the Savannah River Project in the early 1950s. Margaret Rountree, a former resident, has helped organize reunions for over 70 years, now in their 72nd year, held at Barnwell State Park. These reunions bring together three generations of descendants to preserve the town’s memory. Other towns affected include Ellenton and Meyers Mill. The reunions feature photos, yearbooks, and memorabilia. Dunbarton was uprooted when the Savannah River Site was established, covering over 300 square miles across several counties. Rountree continues to honor the legacy of the town and its people.
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44% of home sellers are giving concessions to buyers: Redfin
SUMMARY: Rising inventory and weak demand are shifting leverage to home buyers, with sellers offering concessions in 44% of U.S. home sales in Q1 2024, up from 39% the previous year. Concessions, such as covering repair costs, closing fees, or mortgage-rate buydowns, help buyers afford homes without lowering list prices. The Pacific Northwest leads, notably Seattle (71%) and Portland (64%), where sellers offer perks to keep prices high amid tough market conditions. In contrast, cities like New York (6%) and Miami (34%) see fewer concessions as sellers pre-price homes more competitively. Nationwide, 16% of sales included both price cuts and concessions.
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Several new drugs added to list of GA schedule I substances
SUMMARY: Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed a bill adding four new drugs to the state’s Schedule I controlled substances list. The substances include 2-Methyl-ap-237, Acetylpsilocin, Ethylphenidate, and Tetrahydrothiophene, all classified as highly addictive with no medical use. State Rep. Ron Stephens, who sponsored the bill, emphasized the importance of staying ahead of emerging drugs, many of which are homemade from over-the-counter products. Possession of these drugs is a felony punishable by prison time. Stephens also mentioned his efforts to expedite the approval of new medical treatments in future legislative sessions.
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