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5 Things to Know Today — Oct. 5

Don't miss out on this important news and other information.

1. Weather

The National Weather Service's forecast for today is a chance of showers (30 percent) with a high of 59 degrees. Tonight's forecast is mostly cloudy with a low of 37.

2. Filling the Tank

The lowest gas prices in Fenton Tuesday evening were $3.69 per gallon, according to MichiganGasPrices.com. The station offering this price was Beacon & Bridge Market, 3011 W. Thompson Rd., in Fenton Township. The second-lowest price was $3.72 per gallon, at the Mobil at 1491 N. Leroy St., Fenton.

3. News

Danny Leideker, who has Asperger Syndrome, a type of autism, has been befriended by his fellow Linden High School seniors, the Tri-County Times reports. Leideker makes them better people, one of his friends says.

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4. Events

Michigan’s magnificent seasons are highlighted in the Michigan 4 art exhibit, by Judy Munro. The free event is at 7 p.m. today at Huron Valley Council for the Arts, 205 W. Livingston Rd., in Highland.

5. Looking Ahead

Shopping and fashion, health and inspiration, speakers, food and more — the Women’s Expo is at Perani Event Center, 3501 Lapeer Rd., Flint, today and Saturday. Today, the expo is from noon to 8 p.m., and Saturday, it’s from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $7.

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