Morning Briefing: When Will Etowah River Park Open?

1. Weather: Expect sunny skies over Canton and a high temperature of 56 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Tonight, the low temperature should be around 32 degrees.

2. In Case You Missed It: Councilman Bill Bryan has given an update on the construction progress at Etowah River Park. Read his blog and see how far from completion the project is!

3. Happening Now: Have you registered for your free skin cancer screening yet? Northside Hospital-Cherokee will be hosting the screening on April 16, but you have to call as soon as possible to book an appointment!

4. Looking Ahead: Come back at 3 p.m. to read Local Voice Jeff Brown's opinion of Monday's town hall meeting on the fire bond referendum. The referendum is only 12 days away.

5. On This Date in History: On March 7, 1876, inventor Alexander Graham Bell is awarded a patent for a device he calls the telephone. Three days later, Bell successfully transmits speech over the telephone.