5 Things You Should Know Today: Jan. 26

1. Northville weather

There's a chance of rain and snow showers after 11 a.m., according to the National Weather Service. Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 35 degrees. In the evening, there's a continued likelihood of rain and snow, which will become all snow after 1 a.m. Otherwise cloudy with a low around 29 degrees, according to the NWS.

2. Gas prices

The lowest reported gasoline price in the Northville area – according to DetroitGasPrices.com via GasBuddy.com – is $3.27 per gallon. That price is reported to be available at the Mobil station at Six Mile and Haggerty roads and at the Meijer station at Eight Mile and Haggerty roads. Check out our live traffic map on our new "Traffic & Gas" page.

3. Event: Tipping Point Theatre Play

The is showing The Love List today at 7:30 p.m. The comedy by Norm Foster is about finding the perfect woman

4. This day in history

On this day in 1788, according to History.com: "Captain Arthur Phillip guides a fleet of 11 British ships carrying convicts to the colony of New South Wales, effectively founding Australia. After overcoming a period of hardship, the fledgling colony began to celebrate the anniversary of this date with great fanfare."

5. Blogging

Interested in blogging? If so, your blog could be featured on Northville Patch. We have an awesome array of bloggers but would love to add more. For more information see our  or email nancy.kelsey@patch.com.