Five Things You Need To Know Today: Aug 2

1. Weather

The National Weather Service is forecasting a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. with a high near 88 degrees today.

2. Gas

The least expensive gas in town can be found at Exit 80 at Sunoco for a price of $3.82 a gallon, according to Mapquest gas prices.

3. News

The Taste in Fenton will feature a pie eating contest with a $500 prize, sponsored by the French Laundry's new bakery Crust.

4. Events

There will be a starting at 6:30 p.m. at Silver Lake Park, 16100 Jennings Road.

5. Trivia

How much did the first police car the city of Fenton bought cost?

* Yesterday's question: How long does a standard fire truck stay in service? 20 years.