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5 Things You Should Know Today: April 9

From events to gas prices to the weather, we've got info important to Northville today.

1. Northville weather

There's a 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 1 p.m. with increasing clouds and a high near 59 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. In the evening, there's a 30 percent chance of showers with mostly cloudy skies and a low around 33.

2. Gas prices

The lowest reported gasoline price in the Northville area – according to DetroitGasPrices.com via GasBuddy.com – is $3.87 per gallon. That price is reported to be available at the Marathon station at South Main and Gardner streets. Before your commute, be sure to check out our live traffic map.

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3. Event

The , in downtown Plymouth on Penniman Avenue, will be hosting an open mic night beginning at 7 p.m.

4. This day in history

On this day in 1865, according to History.com, Confederate general Robert E. Lee surrendered to Union General Ulysses S. Grant, ending the American Civil War.

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5. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

We're on Facebook and Twitter, bringing live updates from meetings and events. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/NorthvillePatch and on Twitter at twitter.com/NorthvillePatch.

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