North Cobb Will Play at Harrison

1. Weather: Rain is likely to fall today with a high temp near 49 and a low around 35 going into Tuesday night, according to the National Weather Service. Most precipitation will occur before 1 a.m., with little wind. Wednesday is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 47 degrees.

2. In case you missed it: has launched its Homeless Pets Club－ to help find loving homes for animals in need. Volunteers from the Acworth Achievers Mentoring and After School Program celebrated the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. by making the holiday a day on for community service instead of a day off.

3. The Warriors varsity basketball teams will take on the Harrison Hoyas this evening at . The girls start at 6 p.m., and the boys play at 7:30. We'll have coverage after the games on Acworth Patch.

4. It is not too late to register for the 2011 Daddy Daughter Dance hosted by the . The event will be Saturday, Jan. 29, from 7 to 9 p.m. at in Acworth. The theme is "Masquerade Ball." Fathers and daughters, dressed in their colorful ballroom attire, will be presented with masks on arrival, adding to the mystery and excitement of the evening. The event is open to all girls up to age 13 with Dad or an adult male escort. The cost is $25 for city of Acworth residents and $35 for others. Spaces are filling up fast, and you can call 770-917-1234 for registration assistance. Find more details on the APRD website.

5. What about Jan. 18: On this date in 1993, Martin Luther King Jr. Day was officially observed for the first time in all 50 states. On the same date in 1886, the establishment of the Hockey Association in England marked the beginning of modern field hockey.