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Atlanta Gets a Handle on Broken Water Main That Left Parts of the City Dry

ATLANTA (AP) — For at least some residents, Atlanta’s water problems weren’t over Monday. Milena Franco, who lives in the city’s Midtown neighborhood, said she and her husband had water all weekend. But Monday morning, the flow was cut off, …

Georgia Has Funds for Testing Lead in Water But Few Schools Sign Up

Lead exposure can have serious health consequences for children, but only a fraction of Georgia schools have signed up for a free testing program. Advocates worry school leaders are hesitant because of the cost and consequences of discovering lead in …