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5 Things to Know Today: Dec. 6, 2011

Good morning, White Lake, here's what you need to know about today.

1. The weather

The National Weather Service says we can expect partly sunny skies, with a high near 35 today. 

2. Gas prices

According to DetroitGasPrices.com, the lowest reported gasoline price in the White Lake area as of Monday night was $3.09 per gallon at the Speedway gas station at 31275 Haggerty Rd & 14 Mile Rd.

3. On this day in history

On this day in 1884, in Washington, D.C., workers completed construction on the Washington Monument. Made of some 36,000 blocks of marble and granite and stacked 555 feet in the air, the monument was the tallest structure in the world at the time of its completion. Today, more than 800,000 people visit the monument each year.

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4. In the news: Oxbow Elementary Wins Big at FIRST LEGO League Competition

Congratulations to the competition this past Saturday. The two teams of fifth graders each brought home awards for their hard work, creativity and team work. Check out our story with video for more details.

5. Santa Comes to the White Lake Library this Weekend

Don't forget to register at the White Lake library for your special time with Santa this Saturday starting at 10am. Space is limited and the number to call is 248-698-4942. Don't forget to bring your cameras. 

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