Five Things You Need to Know Today: Aug. 29

SONG OF THE DAY: Black Eyed Peas – "I Gotta Feeling"  – Did anyone else hear it at the RNC last night?

1. TODAY'S FORECAST: A sunny, 77-degree day is expected in Windham, with an overnight low of 53 and clear skies.

2. PLANNERS TO MEET: The board will tackle Moeckel Pond, a major site plan and a major watershed application starting at 7 p.m. at the Community Development Department.

3. FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL: Summer is officially over, folks! The first day for all students is today. We will have all sorts of photos for you tomorrow!

4. THIS DAY IN HISTORY: Pop sensation Michael Jackson is born on this day in Gary, Indiana.

5. RNC DAY THREE: Wondering who is speaking tonight at the Republican National Convention? Find out here.