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Five Things to Know Today -- Aug. 14

Don't miss out on this important information.

1. Weather

Today's National Weather Service forecast predicts a high of 74, with an 80 percent chance of rain. Tonight's forecast is mostly clear, with a low of 57.

2. Filling the Tank

The lowest gas prices in Fenton earlier this morning, reported by Mapquest, were $3.92, at the Owen Road BP Food Shop, 3238 Owen Rd.; Speedway #8405 (discount available), 3245 Owen Rd.; Sunoco, 3325 Owen Rd.; and Speedway #5509, 3340 Owen Rd.

3. News

About 400 people greeted Claressa Shields at the Bishop International Airport on Monday, as the first-ever Olympic gold medal winner of the women's boxing competition arrived, the Flint Journal reported. The London Olympics concluded on Sunday.

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4. Events

To burn up to 600 calories in just an hour, visit Fenton Fitness Center, 3235 W. Thompson Rd., for at 5:45 p.m. It's $39 for a month of unlimited classes.

5. Looking Ahead

Those seeking family fun can check out a festival from 1-4 p.m. this Saturday, at the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge, 2245 Sonora Dr., Fenton. The will be sumo wrestling, cake walk, ball dunk, jousting, face painting, snow cones and hot dogs and beverages for lunch. Tickets will be available for $1 each, or 25 for $20. Some activities will cost more than one ticket.

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