5 Things You Need To Know Today: May 8

1. Weather

The National Weather Service is forecasting cloudy skies gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 69.

2. Gas

The least expensive gas in town can be found at Mobil on North Leroy Steet, VG's Quick Stop on Silver Parkway and both Speedways on Owen Road for $3.74 a gallon, according to michigangasprices.com.

3. News

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. today as residents in the Fenton School District will cast votes on a . It is the only thing on the ballot in Genesee County. Voting will take place at the , the , at the Rose Township Hall (for Precinct 1 voters in the township) and at

4. Events

Playground Workout, today, 6:00 pm, Bush Park, 250 N Leroy Street. Come join an ACE certified trainer for a workout in the park. Bring your own mat and a set of weights (3-8 pound recommended) and use the swings, picnic tables, park benches and more!

5. Looking ahead

Fenton Patch Community Forum. Patch aims to make life ridiculously easy for you and your neighbors.

I know what you are thinking, "Wow, I would like my life to be a little easier, but how can Patch benefit me?" Fenton Patch officials will answer that question at 6 p.m. May 9 at in Fenton.

We will show you how to promote your event on the site, upload photos of your precious child or grandchild, list your garage sale, promote your business, review a restaurant and answer any other questions you might have.

As an extra perk, we will have a guest speaker.

Fenton Patch Local Voices writer and will be in town from his home in Colombia. Kershaw regularly shares his on Fenton Patch and he will discuss that along with the benefits of blogging on Fenton Patch and how easy it can be.

If you are lucky, you might even get your hands on some Patch swag. So come out and say hello and learn how Fenton Patch can help you!