Elliott Wins on Home Track

Chase Elliott snapped a 44-race winless streak with a thrilling last-lap pass on Brad Keselowski to win Saturday night’s Quaker State 400 at EchoPark Speedway in Hampton.

The Dawsonville native grabbed his 20th career Cup Series victory and secured a spot in the playoffs, delighting the crowd in NASCAR’s first In-Season Tournament event.

Keselowski finished second, Alex Bowman third, and Tyler Reddick fourth, in a race marred by two wrecks that knocked out top seeds Denny Hamlin and Chase Briscoe.

  Freight Train Derails Amid Storm

Severe storms swept through Georgia this weekend, downing trees, flooding roads, and derailing a Norfolk Southern freight train in Peach County early Saturday.

The derailment, caused by flash-flood-weakened tracks, involved 23 cars. No injuries or hazardous material leaks were reported.

In metro Atlanta, neighborhoods reported wind damage and flash flooding.

This week, Georgia faces more heat and possible thunderstorms, with July 4th festivities at risk of disruption.

Mourners Praise Smith

Adriana Smith, a 31-year-old nurse from Georgia who was kept on life support until the birth of her son, was laid to rest Saturday in Lithonia.

Smith was declared brain-dead after a medical emergency in February, but remained on life support until her son, Chance, was delivered prematurely on June 13.

Her family has launched an online fundraiser to help care for both Chance and Smith’s older son, 7-year-old Chase.

Among those who paid tribute was Smith’s sister, Naya. “I’m thankful for everything that she’s taught me—her love, her kindness, her wisdom. Family meant everything to her. So I hope that I can follow in her footsteps,” she said.

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➤ Henry County: Officials confirmed that a fragment from last week’s meteor that disintegrated above west Georgia tore a hole through a home’s roof. Photos were released of other dark, jagged fragments that were also recovered. (More)

➤ Statewide: State tax rebate delays are frustrating Georgians, with fewer than half receiving their checks. Officials say most will arrive by mid-August. (More)

➤ Fannin County: A hiker was rescued in the Cohutta Wilderness after breaking her ankle. A helicopter airlifted her from remote terrain. (More)

➤ DeKalb County: A firefighter was injured after a house collapsed during a fire on Briarcliff Road, the fifth department injury in 24 hours. (More)

➤ Forsyth County: ‘Fedora Man’ was captured in Cumming after attempting to steal $25,000 via identity fraud at a bank. He’s linked to scams across multiple states. (More)

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➤ Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy delivered the knockout blow with a seventh-inning grand slam in Saturday’s 6-1 win over Philadelphia. (Watch Video)

➤ Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London returned to his alma mater, Moorpark High School in California, delivering brand-new cleats to players on the football team. (More)

➤ James Johnson, the nation’s No. 8-ranked defensive line prospect, committed to the University of Georgia. (More)

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➤ Sweet Impact opened a larger storefront in Statesboro, adding ice cream and nostalgic candy to its famed sculpted cakes and baked treats. (More)

➤ Tensions rose at Georgia Power public hearings between supporters and critics of future energy plans and rates. (More)

➤ Bluestem Brands will close its Eatonton distribution center, cutting all 160 jobs by September due to a decline in business. (More)

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➤ Fossilized teeth from ancient sharks, including Megalodons, are commonly found along Georgia’s coast, offering summer adventurers a look into prehistoric marine life. (More)

➤ Chuck’s Arcade opened at the Mall of Georgia, blending retro games and Chuck-E-Cheese nostalgia with a modern twist. (More)

➤ Summer temperatures in Blue Ridge are 10 degrees cooler on average than nearby cities such as Atlanta, making the town a popular mountain escape. (More)

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2. Dry: 36%

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