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In complicating move, al-Qaida backs Syrian revolt
Al-Qaida's leader has called for the ouster of Syria's "pernicious, cancerous regime," raising fears that Islamic extremists will try to exploit an uprising against President Bashar Assad that began with peaceful calls for democratic change but is morphing into a bloody, armed insurgency.
Bober achieves Eagle Scout rank
Students and administrators of Oak Mountain Academy joined several invited guests deep in the woods of the school's cross country trail on a recent Monday afternoon.A They were there for a special event that was 9 months in the making: a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a footbridge that was planned and constructed as an Eagle Scout Leadership Service ... (more)
BREMEN | 7-year-old's escape inspired by kidnapping and murder of Jorleys Rivera
HARALSON COUNTY, Ga. -- A 7-year-old's courageous escape from a would-be kidnapper was inspired by the abduction and murder of 7-year-old Jorelys Rivera.
Idaho Rejects Anti-Discrimination Law For Gays
An Idaho Senate committee on Friday, on a straight party-line vote, rejected legislation to ban housing and employment discrimination against gay people, as a shocked crowd of more than 250 supporters of the human rights bill looked on.
Girl Screams, Frightens Off Attacker
A 7-year-old girl shopping with her mom at Walmart was grabbed by a stranger who tried to carry her out of a busy store in the middle of the day.
Parolee Arrested After Abduction Attempt
Police say a 25-year-old parolee tried to abduct a 7-year-old girl from a west Georgia Walmart store.
Near-abduction caught on tape shows importance of fighting back
It's every parent's worst nightmare - their child being abducted. But luckily, for one 7-year-old girl in Georgia, she knew just what to do when she got attacked.
7-year-old girl thwarts Walmart kidnapping thanks to "stranger danger" training
By now you may have already seen the unsettling video of 7-year-old Brittany Baxter being grabbed by a would-be kidnapper at a Walmart store in Bremen, GA last Wednesday.
Little Girl Fights Off Would-Be Abductor In Walmart
FOX4.COM/BREMEN, Ga. - Seven-year-old Brittney Baxter was looking at princess toys at a Walmart in Bremen, Georgia, when a man grabbed her and tried to carry her away.
Performing Arts Center still on schedule
Where does a band perform when they don't have an auditorium? Where does a One Act Play cast rehearse when they don't have a stage? For a very long time the answer in Bremen has been the school gymnasium.
Video: Girl Escapes Kidnap Attempt In Walmart
Dramatic CCTV footage has emerged of the moment a convicted killer allegedly tried to kidnap a young girl at a Walmart store.
Police: Man arrested in Walmart abduction attempt
Police say a 25-year-old parolee tried to abduct a 7-year-old girl from a west Georgia Walmart store.
Suspect in earlier abduction attempt at Wal-Mart in Bremen in custody
The suspect in an abduction attempt that occurred earlier this morning at Wal-Mart in Bremen is currently being held at the Haralson County jail pending charges in connection with the incident.
Mill Town Music Hall expected to boost west Georgia economy
Despite the pouring rains last Thursday night, Mill Town Music Hall opened its doors and welcomed more than 700 people to an inaugural event to kick start a dynamic lineup of talent for the venue as well as some new commerce in Haralson County.
3 women arrested in connection with burglary
Haralson County Sheriff Eddie Mixon says that thanks to a quick thinking homeowner and her maintenance man, three women were arrested and charged in connection with a burglary that occurred on Thursday, Jan.
County discusses strategic plan, new name for U.S. 27
Haralson County commissioners on Wednesday discussed financial support of a strategic plan to help draw new businesses and jobs into the county; renaming U.S. 27 in honor of a veteran Haralson broadcaster; and discussed how to help rural homeowners pay lower insurance rates, among other issues covered at their monthly work session Jan.
Woman, poodle, chase down burglary suspects
Friends and family members of a Carroll County woman are calling her a hero after she chased down a pair of men who burglarized her home.
Bremen schools receive Gold and Bronze awards from state
Two Bremen city schools have received honors by the state for improvement and achievement during the 2010-11 school year.
The world of video gaming just got a little bit bigger and brighter for Bremen residents now that Just Games has opened their doors and welcomed gaming enthusiasts with open arms.