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5 Things: North Cobb Homecoming Parade

Here are the things you need to know before starting the day on Oct. 6.

1. Weather. Sunny weather is in for today, with a high near 81 and calm wind between 5 and 10 mph, according to the National Weather Service. Tonight is expected to be clear, with a low around 53.

2. In case you missed it. : The Spotlight event gives children and teens from Acworth and other Metro Atlanta communities a chance to show off their talent.

3. Happening. Patch will be covering tonight's Homecoming Parade in Historic Downtown Acworth. The parade will start at 7 p.m. at the , then head south on Main Street to the intersection of Main Street and Lemon Street, followed by a pep rally. Participating merchants will have special discount offers for those in North Cobb Warrior spirit gear. For more information, visit www.cobbk12.org/northcobb.

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4. Ahead on Acworth Patch. Looking for great homes to tour this weekend? Be sure to check out this week's House Hunt at 1 p.m., on Patch's House & Home Guide.

5. What about Oct. 6. On this day in 1979, Pope John Paul II became the first pope to visit the White House.

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