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Five Things to Know Today: July 17

The happiest day on earth!

1. Weather: Sunny and even hotter today. The National Weather Service forecast for our area says we can expect a high temperature near 88 degrees.

2. In Case You Missed It: Kelly-Anne Suarez thought the movie "Horrible Bosses" was hilarious!

3. Quote of the Day: "By trying we can easily endure adversity. Another man's, I mean." Mark Twain

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4. Coming Up: Margie Peterson writes about the most recent meeting of the Lehigh County Commissioners.

5. Today in History: On this day in 1955, Disneyland, Walt Disney's metropolis of nostalgia, fantasy, and futurism, opened. The $17 million theme park was built on 160 acres of former orange groves in Anaheim, California, and soon brought in staggering profits. Today, Disneyland hosts more than 14 million visitors a year who spend close to $3 billion.

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