Laurel's Five Things: Thunderstorms, Cheerleading Tryouts, and More

Good morning, Laurel! Here's what's worth a look for Thursday, August 1, 2013.

1.) WEATHER » August begins with a bang: thunder, lightning and heavy rain are all in the forecast. A half inch to three-quarters of an inch of rain can be expected.  Highs will be in the low-80s. The forecast improves in the evening but rain will continue. Lows will be in the mid-60s and rainfall will be less than a quarter inch. Check out the Accuweather Forecast for the week ahead.

2.) PATCH TIP » Blog About Local Bars and Brews for Patch!

3.) AROUND TOWN » Explosion Elite All-stars Cheerleading Tryouts

4.) YOU SAID IT » "Starbucks is boring, and overpriced. Las Vegas has a little private coffee shop that is 100 times better. They have a special deal when vegan pastries are one dollar each, and coffee a dollar. Good coffee. A big cup. In house fair trade roasted beans. Both of us had 2 coffees and 2 pastries for under 5 dollars, total. The servers don't wear uniforms. They celebrate their individuality." –Peggy Anne commenting on "Why Are There So Many Starbucks in Prince George's County?"