5 Things You Should Know Today: Nov. 28

1. Northville weather

Today will be partly sunny with a high of 39, according to the National Weather Service. In the evening, it will be partly 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 $3.53 per gallon. That price is reported to be available at the Sunoco station at Five Mile and Haggerty roads. Before your commute, be sure to check out our live traffic map.

3. Event

Parents of elementary and middle school students are invited to a talk by renowned college admissions expert and award-winning author Patrick O’Connor on preparing for college. The event is sponsored by the Northville School District’s Advisory Council for the Academically Talented and is at 7 p.m. at Hillside Middle School.

4. This day in history

On this day in 1520, according to History.com, Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan enters the Pacific Ocean after crossing below South America, making him the first European explorer to reach the Pacific Ocean from the Atlantic Ocean.

5. 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.