5 Things You Should Know Today: Oct. 20

1. Northville weather

Showers likely are likely today, mainly before 11 a.m., according to the National Weather Service. Otherwise, expect cloudy skies and a high near 54. In the evening, there's a chance of showers before 9 p.m. with partly cloudy skies and a low around 41 degrees.

2. Gas prices

The lowest reported gasoline price in the Northville area – according toDetroitGasPrices.com via GasBuddy.com – is $3.47 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.

3. Event

Check out the 2WordStory Corn Maze across the street from Maybury Farm on Eight Mile Road, west of Beck Road and east of Napier Road in Northville Township. Print a copy of the listing on the Northville Patch page by clicking here to get $1 off. Cost is $5.

4. This day in history

On this day in 1947, according to History.com, Congress begins investigating accused communists in Hollywood.

5. RSVP for our business online and social media meet-up

Northville Patch is hosting its first Main Street Meet-Up for businesses and entrepreneurs at the Northville Community Center on Oct. 23 at 5:30 p.m. At the free event, you'll learn about how to increase your online visibility or social media presence. RSVP online by clicking here. Space is limited.