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Top O' the Mornin' to Y'all!

Here are the five things you need to know before you head out the door March 17.

1. McWeather. The weather for this fine St. Patrick's Day is going to run the gamut from patchy frost before 8 a.m. to a high of 75 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. So you might want to start the day with an Irish coffee before moving on to the Guinness and Jameson. Tonight, expect mostly clear skies with a low of 43 degrees. 2. In case you O'missed it. City Hall: SPLOST, Acworth Both Win: Several government figures, including City Manager Brian Bulthuis, Police Chief Michael Wilkie and Mayor Tommy Allegood, gave positive reviews to the passage of the SPLOST extension, which Acworth voters endorsed by a 59-vote majority. Where Irish Eyes Are Smiling: If you're looking for a place to celebrate the legendary Briton who …

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Registration Open for Preschool Sports Camp

Here are the things you should know before heading out the door Jan. 21.

1. Weather: Today will be mostly sunny with a high near 39 degrees. It is a little windy with north winds between 10 and 15 mph and gusts as high as 20 mph. Tonight it is expected to become partly cloudy with a low around 22 degrees. 2. In case you missed it: Allatoona wrestlers lost the Stonecutter's Cup by a single point at Harrison in a dual meet that went down to the final match. Despite remaining winless, the North Cobb Warriors found positives against Marietta. 3. The Kennesaw Square Dealers square dance club holds its Halfway Dance at the Ben Robertson Community Center from 8 to 10 tonight. The event is open to all. 4. Registration is open online for the Preschool Sports Camp organized by the Acworth Parks and Recreation …

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Allatoona Baseball Team Auction Dinner

Here are the things you should know before heading out the door Jan. 20.

1. Weather: It is expected to be partly sunny today with a high temperature near 55 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. There is a chance of rain tonight before 1 a.m., and mixed rain and snow will likely follow. An overnight low around 31 is expected, as well as northwest winds between 5 and 15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph. Though a flurry or two is in the forecast tonight and Friday morning, little or no snow accumulation is expected. 2. In case you missed it: A 58-year-old man died after attempting to stop his son's assault on his girlfriend Sunday, according to the Cobb County Police Department. The son, 32-year-old Christopher Miller, was arrested and charged with felony murder, aggravated assault and battery. The …

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Registration for Citizens Police Academy Still Open

Here are the things you should know before heading out the door Jan. 19.

1. Weather: Sunny skies and warmer temperatures are in the forecast for today, with a high near 50 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. It will be partly cloudy later in the day going into Wednesday night with a low temp around 30. 2. In case you missed it: Former Cobb Officer Kenneth Reda, who tried to cover up the death of another, will be sentenced next week, according the Cherokee County District Attorney's Office. Check out the latest video stories on the launch of McCall Primary's Homeless Pets Club－Monarchs to the Rescue and the Acworth Achievers making the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day into a day on for community service instead of a day off. 3. Preschool Storytime will be held at the Acworth Public Library at 10 a.m…

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North Cobb Will Play at Harrison

Here are the things you should know before heading out the door Jan. 18.

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: McCall Primary School has launched its Homeless Pets Club－Monarchs to the Rescue 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 North Cobb Warriors varsity basketball teams will take on the Harrison Hoyas this evening at Harrison …

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Acworth Achievers Plan MLK Day of Service

Here are the things you should know for Jan. 17 before heading out the door.

1. Weather: It is expected to be mostly cloudy in Acworth today, with a high near 46 and a 60 percent chance of precipitation. Rain will likely fall after 1 p.m. and also overnight into Tuesday with a low temp around 37. 2. In case you missed it: The new Cobb County Board of Education jumped right into a heated debate about ditching the school system’s new balanced calendar at its first work session. Also check today's stories on the clash between the current and former Cobb County Board of Education chairwomen over issues regarding educators' vacation time and the board's plan to borrow $62 million to accelerate SPLOST projects and lock in lower construction costs. 3. Today is Martin Luther King Day, a federal holiday that celebrates …

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Jan. 14

Here are the things you should know before heading out the door.

1. Cobb schools again are closed today, and all Friday activities have been canceled. The schools will have to make up one of the five missed days this week－read more details here. 2. According to Benji Morrell, Allatoona High's athletic director and assistant principal, the Cartersville games scheduled for Friday are tentatively being moved to Saturday at 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., and the scheduled Saturday Rideland games will likely be canceled. Check back with Acworth Patch later this afternoon for the latest updates on game schedules. 3. Cobb Department of Transportation is now working on clearing the snow and ice on both neighborhood and secondary roads. If you have a problem area on your street, email cobbdot@cobbcounty.org with the …

5 Things You Need to Know: Jan. 13

Here are the things you should know before heading out the door.

1. After no bus service for three consecutive days, Cobb Community Transit will resume local bus routes today on a regular schedule. However, not all CCT express service will operate: 2. The Cobb County public schools are closed again today, but governments are coming to life. Cobb County government offices and Cobb State Court will open at 10 a.m., as will tax and tag offices. Superior Court and Juvenile Court will open at 1 p.m. Garbage pickup also is resuming in Acworth. 3. The Acworth Police Department is taking applications for its 11th annual Citizens Police Academy, which will begin March 1 and will be held every Tuesday from 6:30 to 9 p.m. (except for the week of spring break) through May 17. Participants will interact with …

5 Things You Need to Know: Jan. 12

Here's the information Acworth needs before heading out the door.

1. The Cobb County Board of Commissioners didn't meet as planned Tuesday because of the dangerous roads. Instead, the board will meet next Tuesday at 10 a.m. in its meeting room on the second floor of 100 Cherokee St. in Marietta. A hearing on the county's comprehensive plan will precede the board meeting at 9 a.m. 2. If you were planning to see best-selling author Steve Berry on Thursday at the Mountain View Regional Library, forget about it. His appearance has fallen victim to the weather and has not been rescheduled. For further information, call 770-509-2725. 3. All classes at Chattahoochee Technical College have been canceled today. 4. The Acworth Police Department is taking applications for its 11th annual Citizens Police Academy, …

5 Things You Need to Know Today: Jan. 11

Here are the things you should know before heading out the door.

1. Cobb County schools are closed Tuesday due to inclement weather. Day and evening classes at Chattahoochee Tech are also canceled for Tuesday. Check the latest weather updates with information on closings and cancellations as well as useful tips. 2. The Acworth Police Department is taking applications for its 11th annual Citizens Police Academy. The Academy will begin on March 1, 2011 and will be held every Tuesday from 6:30 till 9:00 pm (except for the week of Spring Break) and end on May 17th. 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. Submit your applications here. 3. Tickets to the Third Annual Allatoona…