5 Things You Should Know Today: Jan. 8

1. Northville weather

Partly sunny skies are expected today with a high near 37 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. In the evening, partly cloudy skies are expected to continue with a low around 26 degrees.

2. Gas prices

The lowest reported gasoline price in the Northville area – according to DetroitGasPrices.com via GasBuddy.com – is $3.47 per gallon. That price is reported to be available at the Meijer station at Eight Mile and Haggerty and at the Mobil station at Six Mile and Haggerty roads. Traveling today? Check out our live traffic map on our new "Traffic & Gas" page.

3. Event: DIA's 'Rembrandt and the Face of Jesus'

The Detroit Institute of Art is showing the exhibit "Rembrandt and the Face of Jesus" at half-price today. That's $8 for adults and $4 for children. See for more details.

4. This day in history

On this day in 2011, Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords was severely injured in a shooting rampage which killed six people, according to History.com.

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.