Friday, July 17th: Below are the top stories WTXL ABC 27 is following around the Big Bend, South Georgia, nationally, and your forecast.1) Gadsden County parent question school district's timeline and call for transparency. An S RO in Gadsden County was arrested on felony charges earlier this month, but parents say they weren't notified until the deputy's arrest became public nearly eight months after the first complaint. Gadsden County parents question school district's timeline after SRO arrest on felony charges2) Cairo mother who lost her son to speeding shares her message. Operation Southern Slow Down returned to Georgia this week. The operation aims to reduce speed-related accidents. A Cairo parent also wants drivers to remember the cost of speeding. Cairo mother who lost son to speeding driver shares her message as Operation Southern Slow Down returns3) Donalds, Jolly hold the inside track as Florida governors race enters final primary stretch. With Floridas Aug. 18 primary approaching, the race for governor is increasingly centered on two frontrunners as their opponents scramble for a late breakthrough. Donalds, Jolly hold the inside track as Florida governors race enters final primary stretch4) Florida Sheriffs Association builds youth center to inspire next generation of public safety pros. Sheriffs have already committed $2 million to the project and are now raising another $1 million to complete the building. Florida Sheriffs Association builds youth center to inspire next generation of public safety pros5) Weekend Forecast: We are in the upper 80s this midday and climbing to the mid 90s for our highs later in the day. This weekend is looking very active. Showers and storms could wash out your outdoor plans. First to Know Meteorologist Ryan Gold has the details below. First To Know Weather - A stormy weekend aheadWant to see more local news? Visit the WTXL ABC 27 Website.Stay in touch with us anywhere, anytime.Like us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram and X. ...read more read less