5 Things to Know Today

1. Last week’s was Radar the Yorkie. Submit your pet by emailing a description and photos to ashley.reams@patch.com.

2. Congratulations to , an 11th-grader at King High School for placing third in public speaking at a national conference!

3. Did you fight the shopping crowds on Black Friday? If you still have holiday shopping to do, read these tips from the Temple Terrace Police Department, the Tampa Police Department and the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office to avoid any unpleasant experiences.

4. Coleen Garner took a beautiful photo of a butterfly, which was our Sunday Nature Photo yesterday. Do you have a wildlife photo you’d like to share? Email it to ashley.reams@patch.com.

5. Have you ever thought about blogging? Everyone has something to say, and you can share your opinions or expertise by blogging on Temple Terrace Patch.