Buzz: Jandy's looks at Calhoun, Cartersville, beyond. A 411 Connector disconnection. Downtown updates. Record heat expected this week. Arey on Sports.

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The Buzz of Northwest Georgia: Click

-411 Connector disconnection: DOT stands firm on selected route while Rollins family's PR firm, 'coalition' push for alternative site.

-Want more Jandy's Frozen Yogurt? Get ready in Armuchee -- and perhaps four other communities.

-Help at Home coming to Broad Street with ribbon cutting Thursday.

 

Your latest forecast: Record heat on the way?

-Tuesday: High of 95, low of 66. Record: 97, 1954.
-Wednesday: 20% rain chance, high 97 degrees, low 66. Record: 93, 1936.
-Thursday: 20% rain chance, high 95 degrees, low 67.

 

Today's Hometown Headlines Radio Edition 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470 AM:

-Our guests include:

-Rome filmmaker Harry Musselwhite on his latest, Next of Kin, filming now in Greater Rome.

-Tony Hill from the Rome Gladiators basketball team.

-Joe Schulman from Tellus Science Museum on comet collisions and what's ahead this summer.  

 

-Listen online: http://wrga.streamon.fm/  

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-Tressel finally fired; West Virginia's got problems; Garcia back

 

Rome Braves:

-Greenjackets hammer Braves, 10-3.

-Augusta at Rome Braves tonight at 7.

-Wednesday Saturday in Charleston; Sunday-Tuesday in Kannapolis.

-Rome to honor Bobby Cox at June 18 game.

Second barbecue restaurant closes at Armuchee Village; latest dining news. Storms leave 250 without power in Rockmart; half inch or so of rain. Weekend: Low 90s, mostly sunny.

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Second barbecue spot out at Armuchee Village:

-Heavenly Barbecue had replaced Backyard BBQ.

-Jefferson's job fair today for new venue inSummerville.

-Latest public health restaurant inspection scores.

 

250 without power this morning in Rockmart

-No serious damage following Thursday's storms in Northwest Georgia. Rainfall varied from half an inch to .6 of an inch.

-Holiday weekend forecast below.

 

Tellus-based camera catches comet's crash course.

 

Project River would pump new life into hard-hit Shannon.

-670 jobs lost after Galey & Lord, Florida Tile, Mohawk closed.

 

Memorial Day Weekend forecast:

-Friday: 40% rain chance, high of 82, low of 59.

-Saturday: Sunny, high of 90, low of 62.

-Sunday: Mostly sunny, high of 92, low of 65.

-Memorial Day: Mostly sunny, high of 92, low of 63.

 

Hometown Headlines Radio Edition 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470 AM:

-Today's guests include Gretchen Corbin on how the state recruits new industrial prospects; Andy Morris on the origins and future of Jandy's frozen yogurt; and Barbara Earle on what's next for the Free Clinic of Rome.

-Listen online: http://wrga.streamon.fm/ 

 

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-NFL may be in trouble; Richt puts home up for sale.

  

Rome Braves:

-Hit parade continues as Legends edge Braves, 10-8.

-Rome at Lexington through Saturday.

-Rome to honor Bobby Cox at June 18 game.

First wave of storms due by 8 this morning. Updates all day on Hometown. April's jobless rate drops here -- but so do number of people working.

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Today's first round of storms on the way:

-No watches or warnings so far other than a note about 45-mph winds earlier today.

-We have a 70% chance of storms with up to a half inch of rain possible.

-Continuing weather updates from Hometown all day, evening.

 

Your latest forecast:
-Thursday: 70% rain chance, high of 85, low of 63.
-Friday: 30% rain chance, high of 82, low of 59.

 

Northwest Georgia's jobless rate falls in April . . .

- . . . but the caveat: Fewer people held jobs in Floyd, Gordon, Bartow counties than in April 2010.

 

Latest storm recovery updates:

-Disaster Center closes tonight at 6 at 300 W. Third St.  

-May 31 deadline for storm yard debris pickup.

-June 1 deadline for disaster unemployment assistance.

 

Georgia Chamber rates local lawmakers on past session:

-First-year Sen. Barry Loudermilk, R-Cassville, scores the highest, A+; delegation's two Democrats rated "U."

 

PowerBall jackpot jumps to $171 million; no big winner Wednesday.

 

Today's Buzz:

-Dr. John Tarpley named principal of St. Mary's Catholic School.

-Latest high school honors updates.

-Berry beef on sale today for Memorial Day cook-outs.

 

Hometown Headlines Radio Edition 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470 AM:

-Mike Beavers and others from Rome High join us to discuss what's new about the Wolves on radio, print and at Barron Stadium this fall.
-Joy Peterson, Floyd County's public information officer, talks about tonight's closing of the disaster center and what's next. 

-WSB TV Meteorologist Brad Nitz joins us at 8:40 a.m. to talk about today's storms, lessons from April 27, more weather on WSB.

-Listen online: http://wrga.streamon.fm/ 

 

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-Ward waltzes away with 'Dancing With the Stars' trophy.

  

Rome Braves:

-Braves pounded by Lexington in the opener.

-Rome at Lexington through Saturday.

-Rome to honor Bobby Cox at June 18 game.

Dr. John Tarpley named principal of St. Mary's Catholic School; Rome Braves to honor Bobby Cox June 18

Dr. John H. Tarpley has been appointed principal of St. Mary's Catholic School, effective July 1. Tarpley, currently principal at Pinecrest Academy, a Catholic school in Cumming, is a veteran educator with service in Cobb and Forsyth counties and also practiced law in metro Atlanta.

Also, the Rome Braves will honor retired Atlanta Braves' manager Bobby Cox in a special pregame ceremony on June 18.

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'Project River' on a fast track? Brewery reaches out to Midwest storm victims. Gas prices dropping -- but still way up from last year. Rain returns Thursday.

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Project River 'warrants regional review.'

-Local planners wasted no time is queing the mystery distribution center for quick review. County nursing the review process as company's name kept confidential.

-One or two names top speculation list so far; none confirmed.

 

Cartersville's Busch plant sends water to ravaged Joplin, Mo.

-Four weeks ago, brewer was helping Georgia, Southeast storm victims with canned drinking water.

 

Gas hits $3.60 a gallon at some local stations; still $1.07 more than a year ago.

 

Latest buzz: Stonebridge water out briefly today.

 

Your latest forecast:
-Wednesday: Sunny, high of 91, low of 65.
-Thursday: 50% rain chance, high of 85, low of 61.
-Friday: 40% rain chance, high of 83, low of 60.

 

Hometown Headlines Radio Edition 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470 AM:

-Sharman Turner, volunteer director at the Northwest Georgia chapter of the American Red Cross, on storm lessons.

-Cartersville's Carol Flammer of mRELEVANCE on how local businesses can utilize social marketing and blogs.

-Listen online: http://wrga.streamon.fm/ 

 

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-What's wrong with Cleveland? Ky.-UNC game tough ticket.

  

Rome Braves:

-Off Tuesday; in Lexington through Saturday.

 

 

County files for regional review of 'Project River' distribution center at Ga. 140/53. Georgia Northwest plans staff cuts; McDaniel: No impact on students, instruction. Weather: 90 today, Wednesday.

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'Project River' application filed by Floyd for 'distribution center for storage and handling of products.'

-The vague application to regional reviewers adds to speculation as do a series of items on today's county commission agenda, recent action by the planning commission.

-Whatever it is -- and we'll know later today -- look for an opening by April 2013. This will refuel those Wal-Mart distribution center rumors that hung over Armuchee for several years.

-Continuing updates all day on Hometown Headlines.

 

Staffing cuts coming to Georgia Northwestern Technical College:

-Projected $1.1 million budget short fall means a reduction of eight to nine positions and contract changes for 14 to 15 12-month employees.

-Dr. Craig McDaniel, GNTC president, says the cuts will not impact the students or instruction.

 

Rome/Floyd's Disaster Recovery Center closing Thursday night:

-Operations continue at 300 W. Third until 6 p.m. that evening.

 

Fund started to replace more than 500 trees lost at Berry during April 27 storms. 

 

Today's buzz from across the region.

 

Your latest forecast:

-Tuesday: High of 90, low of 63.

-Wednesday: 20% rain chance, high of 91, low of 64.

 

Hometown Headlines Radio Edition 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470 AM:

-Today's guests include Dr. Craig McDaniel, president of Georgia Northwestern Technical College, on cuts on the way.

-Also, Chris Giddens, minister of children and college services, on today's Vacation Bible School.

-Listen online: http://wrga.streamon.fm/ 

 

Norman Arey on Sports:

-Big East to go to 12 teams? Hewitt loses one; Irvin loses weight?

 

Rome Braves:

-Hickory spanks Braves, 15-5.

-Off Tuesday; in Lexington through Saturday.

 

Local nursing degree programs boom but so do demands. West Third Street updates. Retail Watch. Peaks & Valleys.

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The Buzz of Northwest Georgia: Click here

-Nursing school boom: Even with more options locally, need is growing for nurses with advanced degrees. 

-Changes continue on West Third Street, at Barron Stadium.

-Retail Watch: Goodwill due by September; new jeweler in Cartersville.

-Peaks & Valleys: The highs and lows of Northwest Georgia.

 

Gas prices down a dime a gallon -- but still $1.09 more than a year ago, according to Triple A.

 

Your latest forecast:

-Monday: High of 92, low of 65. 20% rain chance.
-Tuesday: 20% rain chance, high of 92, low of 63.

-Wednesday: 20% rain chance, high of 93, low of 64.

 

Hometown Headlines Radio Edition 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470 AM:

-Monday's guest list: Skip Welborn from Riverside Toyota on today's changing auto market. Allison Lansdell, graduation coach at Pepperell High, talks about what's next for the Class of 2011. Plus: Reapportionment hearings.
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Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-Muschamp can plead temporary insanity; UGA-Clemson to play. 

 

Rome Braves:

-Braves hold on for 5-4 win vs. Crawdads. 

-Tonight at 7: home vs. Hickory.

-Off Tuesday; in Lexington through Saturday.

Weekend dining updates. Calendar: Relay for Life begins; RHS graduation; Berry Alumni Weekend; 90s return Saturday, Sunday. Rome Braves ridiing four-game win streak back into town

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Latest dining updates:

-Kids menu added to Mellow Mushroom.

-Ribbon cutting at AYF The Grill on Broad.

-Latest public health restaurant inspection scores.

-What's for lunch? Check your smartphone.

-How local restaurants are using Facebook, foursquare.

 

Weekend calendar:

-Relay for Life, Rome High graduation, Alumni Weekend at Berry, run to help Garden Lakes' assistant principal; Rome Braves' homestand vs. Hickory.

 

Today's buzz:

-Latest community updates from church mission trip to college news.

 

Your weekend forecast:

-Friday: Sunny, high of 89, low of 56.

-Saturday: More sun, high of 93, low of 62.

-Sunday: 20% rain chance, high of 93, low of 62.

 

Hometown Headlines Radio Edition 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470 AM:

-Guests include Mike Finnegan, Providence Prepatory School; Todd Brooks, Berry's athletics director; Stephanie Jenkins, Floyd's nurse of the year.
-Overtime, 9-10 a.m. on Talk of the Town: Rome Mayor Evie McNiece, updates on the Northwest Regional closing; Floyd EMA Director Scotty Hancock on storm recovery.  

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Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-Kareem wants his statue; Garcia 'will probably maybe be' back

 

Rome Braves:

-Rome wins fourth straight, beats Asheville, 12-6.

-Tonight through Monday night, home  vs. Hickory.

 

 

Double dose of bad news on employment: fewer jobs, more jobless claims. Gingrey featured in YouTube's Town Hall. Temperatures near 80 today

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Double dose of sour employment news:

-Rome/Floyd loses 200 jobs vs. April 2010 -- but sees gain from March of this year.

-First-time jobless claims up nearly 60% in Floyd vs. drops in Bartow.

-On the plus side: Georgia's unemployment rate drops to 9.9%, first time out of double digits since June 2009.

Gingrey in YouTube's new Town Hall forum.

-Congressman, colleague debate health care issues.

-You can vote on which position you agree with.

2011 Relay for Life by the numbers:

-Delayed by wet weather, 2011 edition begins Friday after at Ridge Ferry Park.   

  

Latest community updates from across Northwest Georgia.

  

Storm relief efforts continue; volunteers needed Saturday.

 

Your latest forecast:

-Thursday: Mostly sunny, high of 79, low of 53.
-Friday: Sunny, high of 89, low of 54.
-Saturday: More sun, high of 91, low of 57.

Later today:

-Public  health restaurant scores.

Hometown Headlines Radio Edition 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470 AM:

 -Today, we continue our anniversary series with Jay Shell of 333 on Broad and Rome River Jam.

-Also: Holly Lynch of The Season as her business and the expanded Bussey's Florist and Riverside Gourmet celebrate a year at 250 Broad.

-Also: Jon Byrd, Georgia Northwestern Technical College's aviation director.

-Listen online: http://wrga.streamon.fm/ 

Rome Braves sweep double-header in Asheville.

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable.

VW plant's grand opening next week. Ethics dilemma: Giving anti-411 Connector route blog 'contributing' status on local AOL site? After near-record low, warming trend begins

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Formal opening of Chattanooga's VW plant set for Tuesday

-$1 billion plant already has produced 1,000 'customer' cars and eventually will employ 2,000 people 'directly' (not counting suppliers).

-Plus: Facebook post for those 'waiting for the call' on a VW job.  

 

Blog fueled by hired PR firm to oppose 411 Connector route gets 'contributing' status on AOL's Cartersville Patch.

-'Coalition for the Right Road' urges supporters to follow posts there, take part in 'lively' comment section.

 

Near-record low to give way to gradual warming trend; 91 by Saturday.

 

Today's Buzz:

-Floyd School Board's David Johnson on state education committee.

-Big night for local 4H'ers.

-Latest community updates.

 

Storm recovery:

-Bartow disaster center to close as of 6 p.m. Saturday.

 

Your latest forecast:

-Wednesday: Partly sunny, high of 73, low of 46.

-Thursday: Mostly sunny, high of 81, low of 56.

 

Today's Hometown Headlines Radio Edition 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470 AM:

-We continue our anniversary reports by talking with David Prusakowski of State Farm Insurance on Second Avenue as he prepare to mark this third annivesary -- in the wake of the April 27 storms.

 -Also today: Kristi Kent of Parks & Rec on Saturday's Parade of Champions at the Rome Braves' game; and Ginny St. Onge on this week's Relay for Life. Listen online at http://wrga.streamon.fm/

 

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-Georgia might have a slight home advantage vs. Boise State.

 

Rome Braves:

-Rain out Tuesday night: The game between Rome and Asheville night at McCormick Field has been postponed because of rain. The teams will play a double-header on Wednesday, starting at 5:35 p.m.

Rome reviewing Sunday alcohol sales options. $500 million in bonds for Dream Parks -- with some stipulations. New name for indoor football team? Another cool one today: 66.

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WRGA: Rome's Alcohol Control Commission to start process to put Sunday alcohol sales vote on November City Commission ballot.

 

Bartow County Development Authority agrees to issue up to $500 million in revenue bonds for Dream Parks project -- with some clauses, according to WBHF AM 1450.

 

New indoor football team to get a newer name? River Dogs to become Rampage before February kickoff.

 

State Superintendent of Education Dr. John Barge will be the guest speaker at the 2011 Pepperell High School Baccalaureate May 25.

 

First 'cupping' this Thursday: Cups & Mugs offers 7 p.m. tasting of five coffees from across the globe.

 

Storm aftermath updates:

-Volunteers sought for Saturday tree clean up.

-172 families served by Rome Action Ministries so far.

-Polk's Disaster Relief Center to close May 19.

 

Your latest forecast:

-Tuesday: 20% rain chance, high of 66, low of 45.
-Wednesday: Partly sunny, high of 73, low of 46.

 

Today's Hometown Headlines Radio Edition 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470 AM:

-Roger Smith of River City Bank as we continue our anniversary series and what you can learn from those celebrating a milestone.;  David Dundee from Tellus Science Museum on the shuttle program's final days; and Jessica Brady of  Triple A on Memorial Day and supper gas prices.

 

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-More bronze statues; Tressel hire Cam Newton attorney.

   

Rome Braves:

-Braves rally to win 7-6 over Savannah on Monday.

-Tuesday-Thursday in Asheville; home again Friday.

 

Floyd, Cartersville Medical seek new neonatal services. Graduation season here. Seasonal success story in Armcuhee. 40% chance, unusually chilly.

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-Medical boom of 2011 continues as Floyd Medical, Cartersville Medical seek OK to expand neonatal services.

-Graduation season is here for area high schools, continuing Saturday with Rome High.

-Seasonal success story: Why LCCL Strawberry Farm off Old Dalton Road in Armuchee is a must-see for kids and parents.

-Touching message of thanks to those helping with storm recovery.

 

Georgia gas prices climb another nickel a gallon.

 

Your latest forecast: Today's high will be 15 degrees below normal for this time of year.

-Monday: 40% rain chance, high of 63, low of 46.

-Tuesday: Partly cloudy, high of 66, low of 46.

 

Today's Hometown Headlines Radio Edition 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470 AM:

-Join us Monday as we start a week-long look at companies with milestone anniversaries this year and ask each operator how they got where they are and what advise they have for other entrepreneurs. We start with John Schroeder, who will talk about 30 years of Schroeder's New Deli.

-Also on Monday:

-Eric Labbe from Cartridge World talks about a school-based recycling program that is benefitting kids in more way than one.

-Brent Poplin from The Forum talks about one of the busiest times of the year for the downtown complex: graduation season.

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-Pope unimpressed by ring; Petrino's busy week running 'em off.

Rome Braves:

-Braves drop another game to Sandgnats, 8-3.

-10:30 a.m. game today vs. Savannah.  

 

 

Storms, rain return today, Saturday; 'slight' risk of severe stuff. Georgia gas prices cruise past U.S., Chattanooga averages. Weekend events. Braves win, home starting tonight. Arey on sports.

 

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'Slight' risk of severe thunderstorms Saturday

-The storm prediction center lists North Georgia as having a slight risk of severe weather on Saturday as a new front moves through.

-The good news: A break in these 90-degree afternoons and evenings.

 

Georgia's gas prices top nation, nearby Chattanooga:

-We thought the prices were supposed to be coming down. Instead, the GasBuddy.com chart shows Georgia's prices are now higher than the national average.

-Gingrey on House resolutions that he says would lower gas prices.

 

Weekend calendar:

-Second Roman Roast on the River.

-Rome Braves open four-game home set Friday.

-'Up the Creek Without a Pedal' bicycle ride

-Armuchee Ruritan Club Truck, Car & Motorcycle Show. 

-Latest public health restaurant scores.

-Bryan Mullins' entertainment guide.

 

Your latest forecast:

-Friday: 40-60% rain chance; high of 88, low of 61.
-Saturday: 50% storm chance, high of 78, low of 56.  

-Sunday: 30% rain chance, high of 74, low of 50.

 

On today's Hometown Headlines Radio Edition, 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470:

-Bill Peterson, Shorter's athletics director, as the university seeks to join NCAA's Division II.

-Rome Mayor Evie McNiece with updates on what's being done regarding the closing of Northwest Regional.

-Jeanne Mann and Barbara Evans of the children's department at the library talk about business support for the summer reading program.

 

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-Clemson says no; Tiger quits; Sooners loaded; Jr. ain't fightin'

 

Rome Braves:

-Braves win big in Augusta finale, 13-6.

-Tonight: Savannah at Rome, 7 p.m.  

 

 

Storms, rain return today, Saturday; 'slight' risk of severe stuff. Georgia gas prices cruise past U.S., Chattanooga averages. Weekend events. Braves win, home starting tonight. Arey on sports.

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'Slight' risk of severe thunderstorms Saturday

-The storm prediction center lists North Georgia as having a slight risk of severe weather on Saturday as a new front moves through.

-The good news: A break in these 90-degree afternoons and evenings.

 

Georgia's gas prices top nation, nearby Chattanooga:

-We thought the prices were supposed to be coming down. Instead, the GasBuddy.com chart shows Georgia's prices are now higher than the national average.

-Gingrey on House resolutions that he says would lower gas prices.

 

Weekend calendar:

-Second Roman Roast on the River.

-Rome Braves open four-game home set Friday.

-'Up the Creek Without a Pedal' bicycle ride

-Armuchee Ruritan Club Truck, Car & Motorcycle Show. 

-Latest public health restaurant scores.

-Bryan Mullins' entertainment guide.

 

Your latest forecast:

-Friday: 40-60% rain chance; high of 88, low of 61.
-Saturday: 50% storm chance, high of 78, low of 56.  

-Sunday: 30% rain chance, high of 74, low of 50.

 

On today's Hometown Headlines Radio Edition, 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470:

-Bill Peterson, Shorter's athletics director, as the university seeks to join NCAA's Division II.

-Rome Mayor Evie McNiece with updates on what's being done regarding the closing of Northwest Regional.

-Jeanne Mann and Barbara Evans of the children's department at the library talk about business support for the summer reading program.

 

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-Clemson says no; Tiger quits; Sooners loaded; Jr. ain't fightin'

 

Rome Braves:

-Braves win big in Augusta finale, 13-6.

-Tonight: Savannah at Rome, 7 p.m.  

 

 

New life for onetime Cabela's site in Adairsville? State revenue up in April but still down 28% from 4/08. Best local tweets. Weather: High of 90, storms this weekend.

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New life at the one-time site of Cabela's in Adairsville?

-Fireball Properties is asking Adairsville to annex 180 acres that would have been part of the massive outdoor store's campus and surrounding retail, reports WBHF AM 1450.

-Cabela's withdrew its plans in November 2007, taking with it 400 potential jobs and perhaps as many as two million customers a year.

 

State monthly revenues up in April vs. 2010 but...

-Hold off on that happy dance. Last month's revenue report is still 28% lower, of $385 million less,  than in April 2008.

 

Hometown's first 'Heard on the Tweet' recommendations:

-Your essential local Twitter feeds to follow each day.

 

Latest community updates: Health, education,  

 

Your latest forecast:

-Thursday: Sunny, high of 90, low of 62. 20% rain chance.
-Friday: 50% rain chance; high of 86, low of 62.
-Saturday: 70% chance of storms, high of 81, low of 58.  

-Your extended forecast: Click // Latest local radar: Click  

 

On today's Hometown Headlines Radio Edition, 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470:

-Dr. Glenn White, principal at Model High who served on the high school realignment team, talks about the changes it will bring. Also, Stan and Sharon Foxworthy of Foxworthy Studio on launching their business a year ago in the middle of the recession. 

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-Fulmer back to UT? Gamecocks may have recruited an animal.

 

Rome Braves:

-Braves bounce back, win 5-2 vs. Augusta.

-Tonight: In Augusta.  

 

 

 

Highlands to offer 4-year nursing degree. 90s today; storms by Friday? Latest storm recovery updates: coupons lending a hand.

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Storm updates, two weeks later:

-Adairsville resident organizing coupon clippers to get discounts on recovery supplies for storm victims.

-County Commission gets extensive report on the damage from the twin storms on April 27.

-Latest updates from the Disaster Recovery Center.

 

AJC looks at possible realignment of high schools (sports, football) following Tuesday's vote.

 

'Nuyk, nuyk, nuyk:' The Three Stooges revival filming in Cartersville this week; movie due in 2012.

 

Today's Buzz:

-Highlands to offer four-year degree for nursing.

-Harry Brock honored by chamber; Leadership Rome class graduates.

-Shorter names top employee of the year.

-Rome High's 'Snoopy Davidson' earns key ESPN soccor honor.

 

Smog alert for Bartow, metro Atlanta today.

 

Your latest forecast:

-Wednesday: Sunny, high of 94, low of 62.

-Thursday: 20% rain chance, high of 92, low of 60.

-Friday 40% rain chance; high of 84, low of 56.

-Your extended forecast: Click // Latest local radar: Click 

 

On today's Hometown Headlines Radio Edition, 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470:

-Join us today as we talk with Dr. Ray Jarvis of Riverside Gourmet on Georgia's booming wine industry; Joe Schulman with Tellus Science Museum about a few new twists coming to the center; and Patrick DeHaan of GasBuddy.com on what we can expect in prices this summer.

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-Maryland gets a coach; transfer epidemic; big-name vacancies

 

Rome Braves:

-Rome loses close one to Augusta, 5-4.

-Tonight: In Augusta. 

 

 

Massive Carter Grove Plantation sold for $7.5 million. Housing market update. Keep an eye on tonight's Rome City Schools meeting. String of 90s start today.

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Exclusive: Carter Grove Planation sells for $7.5 million

-Florida investment group buys stalled Cartersville development originally designed for 3,350 residences.

-Company plans to let market conditions dictate what happens next.

-Behind the story: From regional OK to the death of a key partner, a step-by-step look at the project and what's next (is is close to Dream Parks' proposed community.

 

Grim report on metro Atlanta's housing market.

 

Keep an eye on Rome City Schools today: School Board could face key personnel/budget items tonight.

 

Labor department bringing three  Resu-MAY classes to Cartersville career center this month.

 

Flipper McDaniel relocation in Calhoun includes big sale Saturday. 

 

Latest community updates.

 

Your latest forecast:

-Tuesday: Mostly clear, high of 90, low of 61.

-Wednesday: Sunny, high of 92, low of 62.

-Your extended forecast: Click // Latest local radar: Click 

 

On today's Hometown Headlines Radio Edition, 7-9 a.m. on WRGA 1470:

-Among our guests: Lisa Smith of the convention and visitors bureau on tourism's impact on Floyd County and Chris Kozelle from Berry College on coping with the storm aftermath amid key events such as graduation and alumni week.

 

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

-Foley says integrity of sports is a concern; what happened to U.S. tennis?

 

Rome Braves:

-Rome fall to Augusta in 13th inning, 4-3.

-Tonight: In Augusta.