Five Things to Know Today

1. Well the rain has passed, expect a windy, mostly sunny day with a high near 72, according to the National Weather Service. Making it a nice evening at the ball park. The when they meet at 7 p.m. at , 601 Old Coachman Road.

2. Start the week off right with a tank of the cheapest gas and a head's up on road construction that could slow your drive. Fill up for $3.76 for a gallon of regular unleaded at Express Fuel, 1921 Belcher Road, according to tampagasprices.com. Drivers use caution as . Check our "Commute" tab for real time traffic updates and gas prices.

3. Former Fire Chief Jamie Geer, who is charged with three counts of capital sexual battery against a minor, trial starts this week. 

4. While alligators are commonly seen in ponds, (hopefully not any pools), lakes and parks throughout Clearwater they can be a threat to people, pets and property. Do not feed or bother these reptiles. Nuisance alligators are considered to be at least four feet long. If you encounter one call the Florida Wildlife Commission, (888) 404-3922. A professional trapper will come out, typically to kill the nuisance reptile.

5. Earth Day might have been Sunday but there still are ways to celebrate the environment. The , which offers an iPad3 for the most resourceful repurposed item, is accepting entries through April 30. And don't .