Five Things You Need to Know Today: Aug 16

SONG OF THE DAY: The Presidents of the United States of America – "Lump"

1. TODAY'S FORECAST: More isolated thunderstorms are possible in Windham today with a high of 83. Expect a clear night with a low of 60.

2. POTUS IN WINDHAM: President Barack Obama is coming to Windham High School, making him the fourth and largest politician to come to the school in the past nine months. The doors will open on Saturday at 10:30 a.m.

3. CUTE KITTENS AND PUPPIES: We want your cute pet photos and we want them now. . The submission that gets the most votes by next week earns a $50 gift card.

4. THIS DAY IN HISTORY: Popular music icon Elvis Presley dies in Memphis, Tennessee. He was 42. The death of the "King of Rock and Roll" brought legions of mourning fans to Graceland, his mansion in Memphis. Doctors said he died of a heart attack, likely brought on by his addiction to prescription barbiturates.

5. END OF SUMMER READING PARTY TOMORROW: Nesmith Library will host this event for teens starting at 1 p.m. on Friday. No registration is required.