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The author writes: "I regret the actions of my youth but need to make right the financial burden I created. The enclosed $500 for a crime few people -- if any -- would have rememebered, was intended to cover the repair costs or be counted as a donation towards sports leagues for underprivileged youth."

The note ended with the words: "Thanks for letting me make this right."

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The city of Brookhaven's mayor and City Council last week decided to remove the colored panes of glass from the dome of Brookhaven's new City Centre after residents objected to the brightness of the colors, seen here Friday, June 27, 2025. (Reed Williams/AJC)

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