5 Things You Should Know Today - Oct. 5, 2011

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1. The weather

We'll never get tired of this: Sunny and a high of 72 today, with mostly clear skies tonight and a low of 48, according to the National Weather Service. 

2.

It's Wednesday, which means you can tour this historic mansion in Farmington from 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Docents will answer your questions and tell you about Michigan three-term Governor Fred Warner and the Victorian lifestyle. Admission is a donation of $2 for adults and $1 for children.

3. Sports line-up

Boys Tennis varsity hosts Walled Lake Central, 4 p.m.
Football freshmen at Stoney Creek, 4:30 p.m., junior varsity at Stoney Creek, 6:30 p.m.

Football freshmen host Adams, 4:30 p.m., junior varsity hosts Adams, 6:30 p.m.

Golf at Division II regional meet, Fox Hills Classic Golf Course, 3:30 p.m.

Football freshmen at Avondale, 4:30 p.m., junior varsity at Avondale, 6:30 p.m.

4.

The is hosting this event at the , starting at 5:30 p.m. Candidates running for city offices in Farmington and Farmington Hills, and the Farmington Public Schools Board of Education have been invited to this free event, which is open to the public.

5.

This forum on students' rights and responsibilities focuses on school "zero tolerance" policies and school disciplinary procedures. It starts at 7 p.m. in the Harrison High auditorium and is open to everyone in Oakland County. on our site.