Latest updates on potential winter weather -- here and in Atlanta Friday. Rhino Smokehouse closing -- in Armuchee, at least. Report: Turkeys the cause of salmonella outbreak at Toyo Tire. Rome, Calhoun sell all their 'local' tickets for Friday's championship games.

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Ware Mechanical Weather Center: A rain-snow mix could be on the way Friday morning; pay special attention if your heading to the games in Atlanta. Weather

Rhino Smokehouse & Catering closing Saturday, at least as a restaurant. But is there more ahead? Dining

Health Department: Turkeys were the cause of the salmonella outbreak at Toyo Tire following a catered meal Nov. 14-15. At least 90 went to ER; five hospitalized. Details

Health: Redmond Regional employees donate more than $120,000 to local, national charities. Redmond

Business: Greater Rome Realtors present annual honors.  Candor to partner with HealthWhiz. Business

Obituaries: Mr. Johnnie Carter, Mrs. Vonnie D. Fuqua Griffeth, Mrs. Carolyn L Guthridge. Obituaries

Public Health restaurant inspection scores. Dining

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

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 Chick-fil-A Dwarf House Sports Report:  

More honors for 2017 Berry football team.

Rome, Calhoun sell local ticket allotment (5,000); plenty available in Atlanta.

Watch the weather on the commute to, from the game.

Darlington salutes fall sports athletes.

Hometown Headlines Radio Edition, 7-9 a.m. weekdays, WRGA 98.7 FM, streaming.

7:40 a.m. Natalie Dale with Georgia DOT on getting roads ready just in case we see some early season precipitation between now and Saturday morning.

 

8:10 a.m. Matt Pearce from the Small Business Development Center in Rome with tips on effectively managing your small company. Plus: Talk to your accountant about the proposed tax bill changes.