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5 Things: Red Cross Blood Drive

Here are the things you need to know before starting the day on Aug. 23.

1. Weather. Sunny weather's in for today, with a high near 90 and calm wind around 5 mph, according to the National Weather Service. Tonight is expected to be mostly clear, with a low around 65.

2. In case you missed it. : Thousands flocked to the Love the Lake Concert Series at Cauble Park this past weekend, which also featured the rescheduled July 4th fireworks.

3. Happening. The is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive this Friday, Aug. 26, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Acworth Beach House located in . Most healthy people who are at least 17 years old and weigh 110 pounds or more are eligible to donate every 56 days. All current eligible and new donors are strongly urged to schedule an appointment to donate blood, although walk-ins are welcome.

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To schedule a blood donation appointment or for more information contact Jeff Chase in the at 770-917-1234 or jchase@acworth.org.

4. Ahead on Acworth Patch. What is it like to run a day care business? Find out in this week's Small Business Q&A, coming up at 10 a.m.

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5. What about Aug. 23. On Aug. 23, 1990, Armenia declared its independence from the Soviet Union.


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