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Weekend storms result in flooding, mudslide

ATLANTA -- Heavy rain throughout much of metro Atlanta resulted in flooding Sunday morning.

11Alive meteorologist Allison Chinchar said certain areas in northeastern Georgia got between 4 and 6 inches of rain, including Forsyth, Hall and north Fulton counties.

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The Hall County Sheriff's Office said the Atlanta Road area of Flowery Branch should be avoided, as more than 6 inches of rain shut down the street between Spout Springs and Wade Orr roads. The city of Flowery Branch declared a state of emergency Sunday evening.

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Bulldogs Move Into NCAA Semifinals

 

URBANA, Ill. --- The Georgia men's tennis team moved into the semifinals of the NCAA Championships with Saturday's 4-2 win over 11th-seeded Pepperdine. It marks the Bulldogs' sixth trip to the "Final Four" in the last eight seasons.

 

Georgia  (26-4) responded from losing the doubles point as well as the first two completed first sets in singles to post wins at Nos. 2, 3, 5, and 6 to secure the victory. Junior Garrett Brasseaux provided the clinch for the second straight match and fifth time this season.

USA Today Metro Atlanta Super 25 Boys Lacrosse Poll

ATLANTA-- With Championship Weekend upon us, the latest installment of the USA Today Metro Atlanta Super 25 High School Boys Lacrosse Poll arrives. Take a look at our final countdown before the new champions are crowned.

Lassiter Boys lead this week's list, with Centennial, Decatur, Milton, and Northview in the top 5.

Westminster, Lambert, Lovett, Chattahoochee, and Walton round out the top 10.

The Metro Atlanta Super 25 polls are computer generated and produced exclusively by USA Today High School Sports for 11Alive News and 11 Alive.Com   

USA Today Metro Atlanta Super 25 Girls Lacrosse Poll

ATLANTA -- As we head for Championship Weekend, take a look at the latest USA Today Metro Atlanta Super 25 Girls Lacrosse Poll. The birds from North Fulton still lead the way.

The Milton girls are still atop the Super 25 this week, with Walton, Lassiter, Centennial, and Mill Creek in the top 5.

Westminster, McIntosh, Alpharetta, Chattahoochee, and Kell round out the top 10.

The Metro Atlanta Super 25 polls are computer generated and produced exclusively by USA Today High School Sports for 11Alive News and 11Alive.Com

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USA Today Metro Atlanta Super 25 Baseball Poll

ATLANTA -- The latest edition of the USA Today Metro Atlanta Super 25 Baseball Poll is here, just in time for Championship Week.

Loganville, and Gainesville lead this week's list. Milton, Blessed Trinity, and Walton complete the Top 5.

East Coweta, Parkview, Starr's Mill, East Paulding and McEachern round out this week's Top 10.

The Super 25 polls are computer generated and produced exclusively by USA Today High School Sports for 11Alive and 11Alive.com

 

Community Car Show hits Walmart stores for children's health

Community Car Show hits Walmart stores for children's health

(WXIA) -- In support of the Children's Miracle Network, all local residents are invited to make their cars a part of the Community Car Show, to be held at several area Walmart stores. 

The Community Car Show is set for each Saturday in June, varying by location. Among cars that can be shown, a spokeswoman said the event is looking for luxury vehicles, classic cars, super fast hot rods and high performance cars.

To rent a space, the cost per vehicle is $5.00, which will go directly to Children's Miracle Network to help kids in children's hospitals across the country. 

Those car owners who participate may win prizes including a trophy, Walmart gift cards and use of a rental car. 

The schedule of Community Car Shows is as follows: 

 

●     1436 DOGWOOD DR SE, CONYERS - 6/1/2013

●     1400 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY, LAWRENCEVILLE - 6/1/2013

Largest graduating class ever to walk Gwinnett County stage

Largest graduating class ever to walk Gwinnett County stage

GWINNETT COUJNTY, Ga. -- Over 10,500 students are getting ready to take part in 21 graduation ceremonies throughout Gwinnett County.

The Class of 2013 is the largest graduating class ever in Gwinnett County, as reported by a Gwinnett County Public School spokesman. 

"We are very proud of this year's senior class and all that these students have accomplished during their academic careers. On behalf of the Board of Education and our community, I congratulate them and wish them the best as they start a new chapter in their lives," GCPS CEO/Superintendent Alvin Wilbanks said. "As the members of the Class of 2013 head off to college and into careers, they will carry the lessons they learned in Gwinnett classrooms with them, which is a testament to our teachers and their hard work and commitment."