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*(UPDATE) – At least 35 people were shot and four killed in Atlanta over a violent 72-hour period, with shootings occurring in at least 12 separate incidents across the city, as reported by 11 Alive. While most of the recent shootings appear unrelated, police believe some may be connected. Police have made one arrest in connection with two separate shootings that occurred just hours apart. Despite the recent spike in violence, overall homicides in Atlanta are down 32% compared to last year.
*Officials say Atrium Health Children’s Care Pediatrics Virtual has begun providing families with the convenience of receiving well-child care and follow-up care from home. northwestgeorgianews.com reports this new virtual care service allows parents to consult with pediatricians for more than just sick visits and offers extended hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. Atrium Health Floyd is a system of health care providers based in Rome, that has been serving northwest Georgia and northeast Alabama since 1942.