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Unsuccessful job applicants at Kia plant seek hiring records

Lawyers for four unsuccessful applicants for jobs at an auto plant in Georgia argue that documents about a state agency's involvement in hiring workers for the plant should be available to the public. More>>

Sixteen-year-old GA girl dies while 'car surfing' on vehicle hood

Authorities say a Dawson County teenager has been killed while riding on the hood of a moving vehicle in a stunt known as "car surfing." More>>

GA pastor welcomes banned scouts welcome at her church

The pastor of a Georgia church says Boy Scouts who are being kicked out of congregations over policies on gay scouts are welcome to meet in her church if they need a place. More>>

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LaFayette, Ga., Branding contest spurs slew of slogans

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A contest to "brand" downtown LaFayette, Ga., generated a slew of slogans — but only two logos. More>>

UPDATE: LaFayette fatality identified

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Georgia State Patrol is investigating a fatal wreck in LaFayette. More>>

AT&T plans to hire 1,000 workers in GA in 2013

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Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal said the additional jobs will provide opportunities in one of the fastest-growing parts of the Georgia economy. More>>

GA bans license plates with guns, sex, hate

Georgia has unveiled new rules banning references to guns, drugs and alcohol on personalized license plates. More>>

Job fair is being held in North Georgia

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Looking for a job?  A job fair is being held in Lafayette. More>>

Gordon Lee High School earns Director's Cup from GHSA

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A north Georgia high school is on a winning streak. More>>

Friends remember teen killed in car wreck

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Those who spoke to Channel 3 described Josh as an outgoing teen who loved the outdoors, his friends, and especially his girlfriend Caitlin. More>>

UPDATE: Victims identified in fatal accident

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The Georgia State Patrol is investigating a fatal wreck in LaFayette. More>>

GA lawmakers to get larger spaces in new parking deck

State officials building a new parking deck at the Georgia Capitol are designing special parking spaces for lawmakers to give them more room for their vehicles. More>>

NEW DETAILS: Man rescued from north Georgia cave

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We're learning more about the man rescued from hundreds of feet down in a north Georgia cave.
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UPDATE: Rescued caver doing 'as well as can be expected'

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It took nearly 24 hours and more than 100 rescuers to reach a man who fell and seriously injured himself in a north Georgia cave.
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New water park opens to public at Lake Winnie

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Soak-Ya, the new water park at Lake Winnie opened to the public on Memorial Day. More>>

UPDATE: Rescued caver was 800 feet down in Ellison's Cave

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Walker County crews responded to a cave rescue at Ellison's Cave in LaFayette. More>>

Soak-Ya water park opens Monday

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If you're looking for other things to do this Memorial Day weekend, how about a trip to the water park! More>>

Police say officer did what he was trained to do in tasing

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A North Georgia mom is questioning the way a school resource officer broke up a fight between her daughter and another girl. More>>

UPDATE: Superintendent addresses student tasing

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A video is circulating around the web of a law enforcement official apparently using a stun gun on two students. More>>

Dalton's unemployment rate slips downward to 10.2%

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The rate declined as the number of jobs in metro Dalton increased by 300 to 63,400, up from 63,100 in March. More>>

Washed out roads throughout N. GA

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The weekend downpour caused headaches across north Georgia. More>>

Storms clear, but threat of flooding remains

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Showers and storms should end by around sunset this Sunday evening. Please be aware that even after storms are gone some roads/intersections may remain under water from flash flooding. More>>

Weather related road problems

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List of road problems across Tennessee Valley More>>

Walker Co. state of emergency lifted

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Walker County has lifted a state of emergency for the county. More>>

Motorcyclists honor soldiers and veterans with ride

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Dozens were riding through Georgia Saturday to honor veterans and soldiers. More>>

Walker Co. Sheriff fires back on harassment claims

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The Walker County Sheriff is firing back against a local business owner who claims a deputy is harassing him and driving off his customers. We first broke this story earlier in the week. More>>

Principal takes on nature to motivate students

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A North Georgia principal has been wrestling with more than just test scores. More>>

Channel 3 viewers help family of 14 that lost home to fire

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A family of 14 is picking up the pieces, trying their best to move on after losing their home in a fire. Thanks to big hearts in the Channel 3 viewing community, they are getting some much needed help. More>>

Family of 14 homeless after Walker Co. fire

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A Walker County family narrowly escapes with their lives after their home goes up in flames. The fire broke out at their home Wednesday morning on Baker Lane. More>>

GA businessman Perdue to explore US Senate bid

Georgia businessman David Perdue, cousin of former Gov. Sonny Perdue, says he's exploring a bid for U.S. Senate. More>>

Berry College sues Tennessee Higher Education Commission over billboard

A private college in northwest Georgia is suing Tennessee's higher education commission in a dispute over billboard advertising. More>>

2 injured in Walker Co. motorcycle crash

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Emergency crews responded to a wreck involving a motorcycle on James Street in Rossville Sunday afternoon. More>>

Walker Co. Sheriff's Department investigating rash of car break-ins

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The Walker County Sheriff's Department is trying to solve a rash of car break-ins. More>>

Pallet problem continues in Wallaceville

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Channel 3 visited the Wallaceville community in Walker County one year after area residents contacted Channel 3 after years of fighting an uphill battle to clean up the area. More>>

Suspicious package turns out to be empty cooler

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The Walker County Sheriff's officer responded to a suspicious package on Duke Street Wednesday afternoon. More>>

Walker Co. deputies seek help cracking rash of car break ins

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Walker County deputies are asking for help finding the parties responsible for a series of car break ins. More>>

Pastor looks to open soup kitchen for hungry children

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A Lafayette pastor says children's hunger is an issue in his city. More>>

Emotional Chickamauga Chase following Boston tragedy

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The Chickamauga Chase started early this Saturday morning at the National Military Park.
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Ex NY Giant and north GA. resident shares Jackie Robinson stories

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Channel 3 talks to a former pro-ball player that witnessed Jackie Robinson in his prime. More>>

GA Driver Services struggles with computer outage

Authorities say the Georgia Department of Driver Services has been struggling with a statewide computer outage at licensing and testing centers across the state. More>>

Crews contain blaze at Walker Co. landfill

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The area around the Walker County landfill will be smoky.

 
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Group sues GA prisons chief over open records law

A group that focuses on fighting human rights violations against inmates has sued the commissioner of the Georgia Department of Corrections, saying the agency is in violation of the state's open records law. More>>

Walker Co. automated emergency calling system does not work as planned

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As storms rolled through on Monday, Walker County's new automated emergency calling system did not work as planned, but county leaders believe they've found a fix. More>>

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"Need for Speed" casting call for people and cars in North GA

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The film's plot follows modern-day car racing based on the "Need for Speed" video game.
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Still no explanations in "exodus" of city officials in Fort Oglethorpe

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Another day, another meeting in Fort Oglethorpe with little new information. More>>

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