What's fueling the boom in downtown living? Georgia Supreme Court to hear case involving two Cartersville physicians. Weekend events raise more than $50,000 for animal rescue groups. More sunshine ahead. Sports updates.

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With numerous options on the market and more on the way, loft apartments fueling boom in downtown living in Rome and Cartersville. Lofts

Georgia Supreme Court to hear arguments today in case involving two Cartersville physicians' challenge of state's Certificate of Need laws. Court

Dual weekend fundraisers raise nearly $50,000 to benefit local animal rescue organizations and fund initiatives to curb pet overpopulation. Rescue

One killed in weekend crash in Cedartown; Coroner believes driver may have suffered medical issue causing the crash. Cedartown

Ware Mechanical Weather Center: Sunny skies and warm temps through Wednesday. Rain chance returns late in the week. Forecast

Remembering Alton Franklin "Al" Everett and Cherry Kay McCain. Obituaries

Public Health restaurant inspection scores. Dining

Area arrest reports brought to you by Dr. Miniyar's Pediatrics. Crimewatch

Chick-fil-A Dwarf House Sports Report

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Rome Braves top Asheville, 7-2. Back home tonight for 4-game series with Charleston.

 

Tim Tebow won't be returning to Rome later in the season after his Sunday promotion from Columbia Fireflies.

 

Coosa High School football meeting for parents at 6:30 p.m. tonight. Meet Rome's new baseball coach on Wednesday at 6 p.m.

 

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