1. Metro Atlanta schools add security after rumored Sept. 11 threats
After learning of rumored threats — some on social media — several schools in the metro Atlanta area will have an increased police presence Friday as a precaution. Parents have also been notified of the rumors. Read more.
2. New artist to be selected for King statue at Georgia capitol
Sculptor Andy Davis was set to begin work on his rendering of a proposed statue of the late civil rights leader bound for Liberty Plaza at Georgia's Capitol and less than 72 hours after signing his contract in July, Davis died in a motorcycle accident. After the tragedy, new proposals from artists came pouring in from around Georgia and the selection process resumed. Read more.
3. Braves prospects Jenkins, Smith get top minor-league honors
Tyrell Jenkins and Mallex Smith earned the organization's top minor-league awards for 2015, according to an announcement Thursday. Outfielder Smith was named player of the year while right-hander Jenkins was named pitcher of the year. Read more.
4. Cancer hospital skirts Legislature in bid for more Georgia patients
On Thursday, a Georgia board approved a plan that could help Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Newnan shed its in-state patient cap, giving the company the chance to get around elected officials. The decision reignited a war between other Georgia hospitals and the national cancer treatment chain, which maintains its well-connected lobbyists and its reputation of generous giving to elected officials. Read more.
5. Woman arrested for threatening Georgia congressman, daughter
According to 92.1 WLHR in Lavonia, Pam Spivey — a woman with a history of mental illness — was arrested Thursday for threatening to kill U.S. Rep. Doug Collins, R-Gainesviole, and his daughter. Read more.
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