5 Things You Need to Know Today: July 26

1.The U.S. Postal Service will announce the closure of 3,600 locations today. Bradenton Patch will let you know if any local stations are on the list.

2. Thevoted 3-1 to retain its school day schedule for the 2011-2012 school year. The board approved continuing early release Wednesdays after much debate.

3. is asking the county to attend mediation and dispute resolution regarding its challenge to the stipulations on the property precluding amplified music at its Tiki bar.

4. Bradenton's survived another episode on Hell's Kitchen even though the women's team, aka the Red Team, was put on the chopping block. The Blue Team won both of the night's challenges. Tune in tonight at 8 p.m. as the 14 remaining chefs, including Gregorich, continue to compete.

5. Mary Ruiz, President and CEO of , 2020 26th Ave E, will offer tours to the public from 4 p.m to 5 p.m. on Wednesday. Find out what goes on "Behind the Scenes" at Manatee Glens, a specialty hospital and outpatient practice providing mental health & addiction services.