North Georgia sheriff: ‘If you are missing your alligator ...’

An alligator was spotted — and photographed — in Walton County this weekend, the sheriff’s office said.

“If you are missing your alligator, you can call us,” sheriff’s officials said on Facebook. “I suppose we might help you search for it — but not sure.” #scarylookingguy

The photos were taken by a citizen while traveling on Jersey Walnut Grove Road, according to the post.

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The victim was driving on McDonough Road near Folsom Road when a black Chevrolet Caprice drove up behind him,

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Georgia honors women in uniform amid debate over their roles in combat

Females in uniform like Amy Stevens are being recognized in Atlanta parade, history exhibit and Georgia hall of fame before Veterans Day as combat roles for women are debated.

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UPS warns of delivery delays after its plane crash at Louisville hub

The disruption of operations at UPS’ largest hub continues to have some effects, while an investigation and recovery operation continue at the Louisville crash site.

Louisville plane crash response in ‘recovery mode,’ UPS operations disrupted

12 are confirmed dead, believed to include a child, according to Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear. They do not expect to find survivors at this point, he said.

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Atlanta among airports where FAA will cut flights due to shutdown

The U.S. Department of Transportation will cut flights by 10% across 40 of the nation’s busiest airports on Friday to alleviate pressure on air traffic controllers.

Metro Atlanta’s water smells, tastes weird again. Blame fall and Lake Lanier.

It’s safe to drink, but a seasonal change in Lake Lanier each fall means most of the metro’s water tastes like dirt and mold.

15 family-friendly things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend

Our list of 15 family-friendly doings in metro Atlanta for Nov. 7-9 includes Veterans Day events.