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5 Things You Should Know Today: Aug. 7

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

1. Northville weather

Sunny skies are expected today with a high near 90 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. In the evening, expect mostly cloudy skies and a low around 63.

2. Gas prices

The lowest reported gasoline price in the Northville area – according to DetroitGasPrices.com via GasBuddy.com – is $3.92 per gallon. That price is reported to be available at the Sunoco station at Five Mile and Haggerty roads. Before your commute, be sure to check out our live traffic map.

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3. Event

There will be a at Booksellers at 11 a.m. It's recommended for ages 3-6 but all children are welcome to listen to a story and build a take-home craft.

4. This day in history

On this day in 1782, according to History.com, then-Commander in Chief of the Continental Army George Washington created the Badge for Military Merit. Today, it is better known as the Purple Heart.

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