Community Corner

5 Things You Should Know Today: Dec. 11

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

1. Northville weather

Today will be partly sunny with a high of 36, according to the National Weather Service. In the evening, it will be mostly cloudy with a low of 25.

2. Gas prices

The lowest reported gasoline price in the Northville area – according to DetroitGasPrices.com via GasBuddy.com – is $3.35 per gallon. That price is reported to be available at the Sunoco at Five Mile and Haggerty. Before your commute, be sure to check out our live traffic map.

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3. Event

Detroit Red Wings Coach Mike Babcock and General Manager Ken Holland will be ringing the bell for Salvation Army at Hiller's Market today from 4:30-6:30 p.m. 

4. This day in history

On this day in 1936, according to History.com, Edward VIII becomes the first English monarch to voluntarily abdicate the throne.

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5. Holiday Contest

Have you entered Patch's "Deck the House" contest? Upload a photo of your decorated house for a chance to win $100,00 for your school district or $500 for your electric bill! Read more here.

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