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Monday, January 14, 2013

Flood Watch In Effect Through Wednesday Morning

Meteorologists say the rain might not leave Cobb until Thursday night.

Cobb County could continue to see rain through most of Thursday, but today’s showers and the short-term forecast have led weather experts to issue a flood watch for north Georgia through the first part of Wednesday. The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch that will be in effect until Wednesday morning. Meteorologists say the widespread showers with periods of heavy rain are expected to occur during the watch. Rains have already made the area’s soil wet, which will help in producing runoff as the wet weather continues. The weather service says minor flooding in smaller creeks, streams and low-lying flood-prone areas are possible. Officials say a flood watch means there is the potential for flood based on the current forecasts…

Thursday, May 12, 2011

Get Out: Recycling Event, Outdoor Movie

Looking for somewhere to go this weekend? Your search has ended.

This weekend, temperatures will stay in the high 70s to low 80s. Bring an umbrella to any outdoor events you attend this weekend, as there is a slight chance of rain all three days. Regardless, why not check out some of these fun, family-friendly weekend activities? 1. Acworth Opry Where/When: Logan Farm Park; Saturday, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Why Go: What better way to enjoy the weekend than sitting in a lawn chair and taking in an outdoor concert? Pricing: Free 2. Outdoor Movie Series Where/When: Swift-Cantrell Park; Saturday, 6 p.m. Why Go: Although the movies begin at dark, arrive at the park at 6 and let the kids play games and get their faces painted! Pricing: Free; bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, etc. 3. Living History Event Where/…

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Get Out: Astronaut Comes to Tellus, Women's Expo

Although the weather may not cooperate this weekend, there are still plenty of things to do in and out of doors on you leisure time.

It seems as though we might be in for a wet weekend. Temperatures will be in the high sixties to a 80 on Saturday, but there's a 20 to 30 percent chance of showers each day. We have picked out some indoor and outdoor activities that will prevent you from getting wet and being a shut-in this weekend. 1. An Astronaut Comes to Tellus Where/When: Tellus Science Museum, Cartersville; Friday, 7 p.m. Why Go: How often do you get to hear a real-life astronaut talk about her life and work experiences? Pricing: Free 2. Tim Paul Daly and the Prophets of Love Where/When: Crank Coffee House; Saturday, 7 to 10 p.m. Why Go: Because your love of organic coffee is matched only by your love of acoustic guitar. Pricing: Free admission; coffee normal price 3…

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