Sunny Weekend, Citizens Police Academy, Valentine's Day Recipes

1. Weather: It is expected to be mostly sunny today, but chily with a high temp near 46 degrees, and calm wind between 5 and 10 mph, according to the National Weather Service. Going into Friday night, the skies stay clear with a low temp around 23 degrees. Sunny weather is in the forecast through the weekend, and it is expected to become a little warmer on Sunday with a high around 59 degrees.

2. In case you missed it: Having trouble making weekend plans for yourself or the family? Look no further. Check out our weekly weekend planner, , for ideas on things to do this weekend. Not sure which restaurant to go to on Valentine's Day? This week's offers some great suggestions for you.

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3. Happening now: The Acworth Police Department is taking applications for its 11th annual Citizens Police Academy. The Academy will be held every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. from March 1, 2011 through May. 17 (except for the week of Spring Break). During the twelve weeks participants will have the opportunity to interact with officers and receive a basic understanding of the operations of the Acworth Police Department and law enforcement. Upon completion of the course graduates will be invited to ride along with officers during a tour of duty.

Click here to submit your application online. Contact Officer Jeff Rose at jrose@acworth.org or 678-801-4073 if you have questions.

4. Ahead on Acworth Patch: Nothing says Happy Valentine’s Day quite like chocolate. Check out 's column at noon today for two great chocolate recipes that will make your Valentine's Day this year even more special. If you need recipes to make some delicious, decadent desserts right now, click on Christina's previous article: .

5. What about Feb. 11: On this day in 1847, a prolific inventer, Thomas Alva Edison, was born. Edison's more than 1,000 patents included the phonograph, the motion picture camera, and a long-lasting, practical electric light bulb.