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Alive After Five, Midnight Footloose Premiere

Here are the things you need to know before starting the day on Oct. 13.

1. Weather. There is a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms this morning, with a high near 73 and wind between 5 and 10 mph, according to the National Weather Service.Β A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms is in the forecast for tonight, with a low around 51.

2. In case you missed it. : Have you ever been called for jury duty? Well, one Acworth mom has. Find out what it is like to be selected as a juror and why she thinks it is an important civic duty, in this week's Acworth Moms column.

3. Happening. : The Acworth community is about to get some screen time in this year's remake of Footloose, which premieres at in Acworth this Friday, with an early midnight showing at 12:05 a.m.

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The Acworth Business Association will hold its Alive After Five today from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at . ABA members can enjoy free food and networking opportunity with other local businesses.

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.

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5. What about Oct. 13. On Oct. 13, 1792, the cornerstone of the White House was laid.


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