5 Things to Know Today: August 26

1. Weather: And back to sunny we go! According to the National Weather Service, today will be mostly sunny with a high around 84 degrees.

2. In Case You Missed It: Still looking for a little weekend inspiration before the school year sets in? Yesterday’s Get Out had a half-dozen ideas for you to ponder!

3. Coming Up: The week is over, we’re all exhausted, and it’s time to let someone else do the cooking! Our lunchtime Bites Nearby has a great recommendation for you.

4. Did You Know?  We’re so close I can smell 200 likes on Facebook, and it smells like victory! Help push up over the edge to 200 likes!              

5. Today in History: Play ball…in front of a televised audience!! On Aug. 26, 1939, the first televised baseball game -- it was between the Cincinnati Reds and Brooklyn Dodgers -- was broadcast.