Community Corner
5 Things You Should Know Today: Jan. 9
From events to gas prices to the weather, we've got info important to Northville today.
1. Northville weather
It's expected to be cloudy today with a high near 44 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. In the evening, mostly cloudy skies are likely with a low temperature around 29 degrees.
2. Gas prices
The lowest reported gasoline price in the Northville area – according to DetroitGasPrices.com via GasBuddy.com – is $3.47 per gallon. That price is reported to be available at the Meijer station at Eight Mile and Haggerty roads. Want to check out the traffic before your commute? See our live traffic map on our new "Traffic & Gas" page.
3. Event: Meet with Rep. Kurt Heise
Rep. Kurt Heise (R-Plymouth) will be meeting with constituents today at the Northville District Library. He'll be available from 10-11 a.m.
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4. This day in history
On this day in 1493, Christopher Columbus mistaked manatee for mermaids on his voyage near the Dominican Republic. According to History.com, he wrote that they were "not half as beautiful as they are painted."
5. Blogging
Interested in blogging? If so, your blog could be featured on Northville Patch. We have an awesome array of bloggers but would love to add more. For more information see our or email nancy.kelsey@patch.com.
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