Monday, May 20, 2013

Oostanaula to crest just below flood stage; Armuchee Creek under flood warning. Latest storm aftermath reports. Upper 80s today. Buzz: Vacation Bible School a big draw this summer. Gas prices up a penny.

For these and today's latest news and weather headlines, please go to www.bartowheadlines.com:
 

Weekend Washout III

-Nearly 2.5 inches of rain falls Sunday; rivers, creeks at or near flood stage today.

-Ooostanaula to crest just over a foot below flood stage on Tuesday in Rome (23.8 feet)

-Fog advisory in effect until 10 this morning; visibility down to a quarter mile.

-Storm aftermath: Around 1,200 people lost power; some roads closed because of flood concerns; downed trees in most area counties.

 

Latest forecast:

-Monday: 20% rain chance, high of 87, low of 65.

-Tuesday: High of 89, low of 66 with a 20% rain chance.

-Wednesday: 70% chance of rain, high of 82, low of 61.

 

The Buzz of Northwest Georgia.

-More glitz, same message as area churches prepare for the 2013 edition of Vacation Bible School.

-Barely three years old, Johnny's New York Style Pizza is going through a new stage of renovation -- and remains open throughout it all. (right)

-The battle of the butts: Boston, that is. Three chances to buy Boston Butts this week and help others along the way.

-Local baseball team seeks donations to help carry them to playoffs, perhaps national title.

 
Gas prices up a penny a gallon to $3.45.
-County-by-county look at lowest prices as of this morning.

 

Today's latest jail reports.
 

Hometown Headlines Radio Edition

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-Please join our guests Monday including:
-Coach Wright Edge of Pepperell Highon the baseball team's semi-final match with Westminster for the state AA title tonight.
-Regina Wheeler of the Bartow visitors center on the annual Dixie Highway 90-Mile Yard sale set for June 7-9.
Hometown Sports
-Braves, Tourists rained out Sunday
-Next: Augusta in town for three games: 7 p.m. Monday, 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, 1 p.m. Wednesday
-See Mills Fitzner's latest home game photos.  Click

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