Skid Loader Rodeo; Start a Blog? Columbia Daily Connection

Weather >> Expect the rain to continue, according to the National Weather Service. There's a chance of thunderstorms before 2 p.m. and showers and clouds after 2 p.m. High expected near 80.

Reminder >> The Powerball is up to $425 million, so if you're into that kind of thing, now would be a good time to get a ticket.

Event >> The Howard County fair on Wednesday will feature the "Skid Loader Rodeo" in which 60 competitors will compete through a timed and judged obstacle course on a skid loader (forklift?).

Patch Tip>> Are you a cooking, sports, or politics expert? Patch is looking for people to blog on these subjects, try your hand by posting your first blog.

What's on the horizon?>> Patch looks into whether smash and grabs in the county have declined since arrests were made following a Centennial Park incident last week. Look for it Tuesday on Columbia Patch.