Five Things to Know Today: June 9

1. Weather: Hot. The National Weather Service forecast for our area says to expect 96 degrees today with very little wind.

2. In Case You Missed It: We compiled a list of to take the kids.

3. Quote of the Day: A graduation ceremony is an event where the commencement speaker tells thousands of students dressed in identical caps and gowns that 'individuality' is the key to success. Robert Orben.

4. Coming Up: Escape to Warm Sugar. Even the name draws you in, no?

5. Today in History: On this day in 1973, Secretariat became the first horse since Citation in 1948 to win America's coveted Triple Crown--the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness, and the Belmont Stakes. In one of the finest performances in racing history, Secretariat, ridden by Ron Turcotte, completed the 1.5-mile race in 2 minutes and 24 seconds, a dirt-track record for that distance.