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5 Things: ABA Tailgate Party

Here are the things you need to know before starting the day on Aug. 25.

1. Weather. There is a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. today, with the rest of the day expected to be mostly sunny, with a high near 95, according to the National Weather Service. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is in the forecast for tonight, with a low around 68.

2. In case you missed it. : Art Vandenbos, owner of , is well-known for his New York bagels in Acworth, but 20 years ago you would not have connected Art and bagels.

3. Happening. This month's Acworth Business Association Luncheon is a Tailgate Party to kick off the high school football season. Cost is $15 for members, and $20 for guests. The luncheon is held today at at 3413 Blue Springs Rd NW in Kennesaw. Lagniappe starts and 10:30 a.m. and buffet opens at 11:30. RSVP to 770-423-1330 or aba@acworthbusiness.org.

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4. Ahead on Acworth Patch. Looking for great homes to tour this weekend? Don't miss this week's House Hunt, coming up at 1 p.m.

5. What about Aug. 25. On August, 25, 1718, New Orleans was founded by French settlers and named after the Duke of Orleans.

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