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Good morning, Medford! Here are five things you need to know today, Wednesday, Feb. 27:

1. JEHLEN LETTER: If you missed it, here is a letter from Medford Sen. Pat Jehlen on transportation funding.

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2. "INCLUDING SAMUEL": The Medford SEPAC in conjunction with Mass Families Organizing for Change are presenting the documentary film "Including Samuel" tonight at Medford High School starting at 6 p.m. More information available here.

3. GET THE PATCH NEWSLETTER: Have you signed up for the Medford Patch Daily Newsletter yet? Each morning you can get Medford Patch news delivered directly to your e-mail inbox. It's totally free, so if you like what you read here, sign up now!

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4. THIS DAY IN HISTORY: On this day in 1827, a group of masked and costumed students dance through the streets of New Orleans, Louisiana, marking the beginning of the city's famous Mardi Gras celebrations. Information courtesy of History.com.

5. TODAY'S FORECAST: Rain with patchy fog and a high of 40. More rain tonight with a low of 45.

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