Five Things You Need To Know Today (The Hy-Five)

1. Have you gotten the word from You can read more from , , , and . Interested in blogging? Let know.

2. Did you know that walking is the state exercise? for you to exercise your Maryland pride. Park and Planning also has new park finder application in case you want a new place to stride.

3. Get half-price frappuccinos from 3 to 5 p.m. until May 15 at Starbucks. Editor Sarah Nemeth recommends the Mocha Coconut drink. It’s the perfect mix of post-Easter leftovers and summery days by the beach.

4. Hyattsville’s new Call-A-Bus made its maiden voyage on May 10. Are you a senior or a resident with a disability in need of a ride to a doctor’s appointment or to pick up a prescription? Get the details and get on board!

5. It’s that time of year. Hop in, put the top down and buckle up. are handing out greenbacks to drivers who have all their car’s occupants strapped into their seat belts. Here are the details.