5 Things to Know Today, Tuesday, Aug. 28

Good morning, here are five things to know today:

Weather: Heavy rain is expected today with highs around 80s, according to the National Weather Service. Sunny skies are expected tomorrow with highs in the 80s.

The Andre Chiefs took home their first title since 1997.

New Time Map Released for MBTA System: If you've ever thought about moving to get a better commute, a new map of the MBTA's subway system might help you. Designer Peter Dunn created a map of what the MBTA subway system would look like if it was plotted by time — not by geography.

City Uses County Jail Work Crew for Paint Job: Medford used a Middlesex County Jail Work Crew to paint its temporary public works yard, saving itself about $4,500, according to the Middlesex County Sheriff. Medford Mayor Michael McGlynn and County Sheriff Peter Koutoujian toured the yard on Commercial Street Thursday, according to a press release from Koutoujian's office. “Recently our city yard was condemned," McGlynn said in a written statement. "We were able to get temporary space but it needed serious aesthetic attention and the CWP program came to our rescue saving us thousands of dollars we didn’t have.”

Medford Readers' Choice Winners 2012: All this summer you've nominated and voted for your favorite local businesses in categories ranging from Best Burger and Best Family Restaurant to Best Mechanic and Best Yoga Studio. See who won.