5 Things You Need to Know Today: Jan. 25

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today:

1. Mild Winter Day: According to the National Weather Service, today will be a mild winter day. It is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 45 degrees and a west wind between 11 and 15 mph. Tonight will be mostly cloudy with a low around 33 degrees and a northwest wind between 6 and 8 mph.

2. Officer of the Year: Officer Christian Hostrup was named Fair Haven's Officer of the Year. Hostrup was honored at the Borough of Fair Haven on Monday, January 23. Councilman Benjamin Lucarelli read a proclamation recognizing all of Hostrup’s efforts. Click to read why he recieved the honor and see photos from his recognition.

3. Another Bridge Closed: If you are heading to Wednesday night for dinner or drinks, you'll need to be on a curfew. According to a press release from Monmouth County, the Sea Bright Bridge  (S-32) between Rumson Road (CR 520) in Rumson and Ocean Avenue in Sea Bright,will be closed on Wednesday, January 25 starting at 10:00 p.m. The bridge will be closed for approximately four hours for routine safety inspections. Click for more information.

4. Fresh Produce: Interested in getting organic foods at near wholesale prices? Tired or paying a fortune to keep your family healthy? Click to learn about a co-op program that delivers food fresh from a farm to local neighborhoods in the area.

5. Hump Day: It's hump day, which means a time to celebrate since we are half-way to the weekend. What makes a better celebration than delicious burgers at Barnacle Bill's and the musical stylings of Chris Morrisy. Click for more details.