Soggy start to Friday brings a bit of heat relief but more 90s on the way. Latest on Project River. Huge weekend with River Jam, Bobby Cox tribute

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Soggy start to Friday and a very slight break in the heat.

-We have a 30% rain chance today and the forecast high is 'only' 90.

-Small but potent storm about to move in from Northeast Alabama.

-Below: Father's Day weekend forecast.

 

New indoor football league coming to Rome gets new ownership.

-Rome Rampage tryouts shift to Coosa High on June 25.

 

Northwest Georgia Regional Commission's latest updates as the group continues study of 'Project River' and other major local projects.

 

Rome Braves' player suspended for 50 games by minor league.

 

Weekend Guide:

-Rome River Jam, free downtown movie, Bobby Cox tribute at the Rome Braves, Kid Fishing Day in Cave Spring among great options.

-Latest public health restaurant inspection scores for Northwest Georgia. 

 

Bartow County Jail reports: Latest due this morning after delay on Thursday.

 

What's ahead in Bartow County.

  

Sizzling Father's Day weekend ahead -- and not just on the grill:

 -Friday: 30% rain chance. High of 89, low of 65.

-Saturday: 20% rain chance, high of 93, low of 69.

-Sunday: Sunny, high of 95, low of 69.

 

Norman Arey's Sports Roundtable. Arey

 Sports riots aren't exclusive to the U.S.; always keep pants up. 

Rome Braves: Sports

-Lexington takes series opener, 2-0; Braves drop fifth straight game.

-Home stand starts tonight vs. Lexington.

-Rome to honor Bobby Cox Saturday night.