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5 Things You Should Know Today: Aug. 20

From events to gas prices to the weather, we've got info important to Northville today.

1. Northville weather

There's a chance of showers today with partly sunny skies and a high near 76, according to the National Weather Service. In the evening, there's a slight chance of showers before 2 a.m. with partly cloudy skies and a low around 57.

2. Gas prices

The lowest reported gasoline price in the Northville area – according to DetroitGasPrices.com via GasBuddy.com – is $3.88 per gallon. That price is reported to be available at the Mobil station at Six Mile and Haggerty roads. Before your commute, be sure to check out our live traffic map.

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3. Event

Northville's city council will meet at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the council chambers at city hall.

4. This day in history

On this day in 1794, according to History.com, the Battle of Fallen Timbers was fought in Toledo, OH. General "Mad Anthony" Wayne's American forces defeated Shawnee Chief Blue Jacket's confederacy.

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