5 Things You Should Know Today: Jan. 27

1. Northville weather

There's a chance of flurries before 7 a.m. along with cloudy skies which will gradually become mostly sunny. The a high will be near 38 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. In the evening, there's a 50 percent chance of snow after 1 a.m. Otherwise, expect mostly cloudy skies and a low around 27 degrees.

2. Gas prices

The lowest reported gasoline price in the Northville area – according to DetroitGasPrices.com via GasBuddy.com – is $3.36 per gallon. That price is reported to be available at the Mobil station at Eight Mile and Taft roads. Check out our live traffic map on our new "Traffic & Gas" page.

3. Event:

's drama club presents tonight You're a Good, Man Charlie Brown. The play begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5. See the event listing for ticket details.

4. This day in history

On this day in 1888, according to History.com, the National Geographic Society was founded in Washington, D.C.

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.