Five Things to Know Today: August 31

1. Weather: At least we're getting several days of good drying-out weather! The National Weather Service forecast for our area says today will be sunny with a high near 83 degrees.

2. In Case You Missed It: The Lehigh Valley's is still inching higher.

3. Quote of the Day: "It doesn't matter who my father was; it matters who I remember he was." Anne Sexton

4. Coming Up: Don't miss our this weekend.

5. Today in History: On this day in 1959, Brooklyn Dodgers left-hander Sandy Koufax struck out 18 batters, and set a new National League record for most strikeouts in a single game.