Young Jimmy Carter superfan gets surprise at Atlanta center

A 5-year-old boy with a passion for presidential history got a once-in-a-lifetime surprise during a visit to The Carter Center in Atlanta.

Missing child with autism rescued from water in Gwinnett County

Police in Gwinnett County say an 8-year-old child with autism spectrum disorder was rescued from a body of water after running away from home last week.

Good News Friday: Positive news from around metro Atlanta

Here’s a look at some of the positive stories making headlines across metro Atlanta and North Georgia.

Five years since EF-4 tornado struck Newnan, devastating town

Five years after a devastating EF-4 tornado hit Newnan, survivors are reflecting on their recovery. The 2021 storm brought 170 mph winds that destroyed neighborhoods, the local high school, and the historic downtown area.

Newnan tornado survivors turn wreckage into remembrance 5 years later
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Five years ago Thursday morning, the town of Newnan changed forever after an EF-4 tornado with 170 mph winds cut a path of destruction through the community.

Metro Atlanta therapist turns plastic lids into student art

Metro Atlanta therapist Heather Elson and local students are turning thousands of plastic bottle caps into art for an Earth Day exhibit.

PDK Lady Pilots breaking barriers in DeKalb County

he PDK Lady Pilots nonprofit is breaking barriers at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport by providing scholarships and mentorship to women in the male-dominated aviation industry.

Prom Dress Party happening next weekend in DeKalb County

The Saving Our Sisters mentoring program is hosting its 4th annual event to provide free prom dresses and accessories to students in need.

Veteran receives free truck from Atlanta Hawks, bank and auto company

A retired U.S. Army sergeant first class got the surprise of a lifetime during an Atlanta Hawks game — a brand-new vehicle, completely paid for.

Elderly DoorDash driver finally gets to retire after customer raises $550K

A DoorDash customer jumped into action after she saw an elderly delivery driver struggling to drop off her order. More than 18,000 people have answered her call to help.

Hawks, Crown Royal honor military at 10th Crowning Courage event

The Atlanta Hawks and Crown Royal marked a decade of honoring military service members Thursday night during the team’s 10th annual “Crowning Courage” event at State Farm Arena.

Hitting the dance floor to support pediatric cancer families in metro Atlanta

The Hopstix Brewpub was transformed into a sea of western wear and rhythm as locals recently laced up their boots for "Boots and Brews: Hops for Hope."

Watch: Soccer players rush to help seagull struck by ball mid-flight

Video captured the captivating moment when a soccer player rushed to perform CPR on a seagull after it was whacked by a soccer ball during a playoff match.