Five Things You Need to Know Today, March 22

Here are five things you need to know today:

$244 Million Jackpot: It might be a good idea to go out and grab a quick pick for the Mega Millions because it is now up to a $244 million jackpot. That’s a $155.7 million cash take-home!

MCAS: Make sure your children are prepared! The MCAS testing starts today in the Andover Public Schools. Testing runs from March 22 to Thursday, March 24. Find out more about MCAS on the Department of Education website.

Elect Your Town Officials Today!: Make sure to save 20 minutes today to stop by the Andover High School Collins Field House to cast your vote at the . The two contested races include a two-way race on the and three-man race for one seat on the .

Weather: Today should be sunny with a high temperature around 48 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Tonight will be cloudy with a low temperature near 26 degrees. A north wind 3 and 6 miles per hour.

Gas Prices: The Gulf on Main Street continues to be the lowest station in Andover. Here are some of the lowest unleaded gas prices according to motortrend.com: the – $3.47/gallon ,  Route 125 and Salem Street- $3.47/gallon; 205 North Main Street –$3.49/gallon.

Check out all of the events happening in Andover today at our events calendar.