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Atlanta Rewind: The gas shortage of 2008
Atlanta Rewind: The gas shortage of 2008
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After a Sept. 2016 pipeline spill in Alabama sent gas prices soaring in metro Atlanta, Governor Nathan Deal has frozen gas prices in Georgia. But this is nothing new to Atlantans who recall the gas shortage of 2008, which resulted in long lines at gas stations in metro Atlanta. Here's a look back at how Atlanta handled high prices and lack of fuel eight years ago.
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PHOTOS: School starts for Decatur students
Students across Decatur and Henry County started school on Thursday. The majority of metro schools will begin their school year Monday.
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PHOTOS: Georgia State hits field for opening practice
High temperatures can’t slow energy at Georgia State’s opening practice. The Panthers have plenty of new players on the team this season.
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PHOTOS: Georgia Bulldogs hold first fall football practice July 31
The Georgia Bulldogs held their first fall practice of the football season on Thursday, July 31.
PHOTOS: New Fulton school prepares for school year
Briar Hills Elementary School is a new school in Fulton County. It was built to replace Conley Hills Elementary near Woodland Middle School in East Point.
