Tailgaters Take the Streets in Downtown

1. You will start off the weekend with sunny skies and a high of 95 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.

2. Rep. Phil Gingrey, the 11th District congressman, who is likely to add Cherokee County to his district next election, met with constituents in Kennesaw Thursday afternoon. Read a .

3. The is tonight just in time to kick off college football season. Everyone is encouraged to sport his or her favorite team's attire.  will be hosting the third annual cornhole competition with two-person teams. 's football team will be set up at with giveaways and an opportunity for individuals to have their photo taken with the team. There will also be a $100 Downtown Dollar Giveaway. Take your receipt for every $10 you spend downtown to the to be entered into the drawing. And don't forget to stop by all the businesses to check out all their individual games and events for the night.

4.  is celebrating its one year anniversary with an all day Saturday. Anyone who has been curious about trying either a hot yoga or regular class, can join the Ember team in a variety of classes that run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for all levels of experience. Registration is not required.

5. The second week of football season starts tonight with kicking off their season against Mt. Pisgah. Check out a preview of the area schools at 8 a.m. Keep up with scores during the games via Twitter and don't forget to check out video highlights from all three games Saturday.