Crisis in Japan already hurting new car inventories here. Keep an eye on Wednesday; 70% of 'strong to severe' storms. 300 less jobs in Rome. Rome Braves lose. Arey on sports.

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Crisis in Japan to limit car availability in U.S., Northwest Gerogia soon, says Heritage's Barron.

-Inventory could get tight in 60-90 days.

 

Keep an eye on Wednesday's weather.

-More severe storms due (70% chance after 2 p.m.)

 

Rome/Floyd lose 300  jobs in March vs. same month in 2010.

-Plus side: State's jobless rate drops to 10%

 

Third Holy Week pilgrimage by immirgants includes stop in Cartersville.

 

Floyd names Gordon Leiter top volunteer of the year.

 

Eight promotions, hires at Coosa Valley Credit Union. 

 

Your latest forecast:

-Tuesday: 20% rain chance. High of 86, low of 62.

-Wednesday: 60% chance of storms. High of 85, low of 59.

 

Today's Hometown Headlines Radio Edition guests, 7-9 a.m. on Rome's News Talk WRGA 1470 AM:

-Dr. Brian Carroll, Berry College. Changing media.

-Ernie Studard on the possible car shortage.

-Robert Smyth on what's ahead for credit union customers.

-Ann Arnold on a year of change for downtown Rome.

 

Norman Arey:

-Tar Heels definitely are preason No. 1 in men's basketball.