5 Things to Know Today: Nov. 2, 2011

1. The weather

The National Weather Service says we can expect mostly sunny skies, with a high near 64. Wednesday night there will be a 40 percent chance of showers. Skies will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 42.

2. Gas prices

According to DetroitGasPrices.com, the lowest reported gasoline price in the White Lake area as of Tuesday night was $3.34 per gallon at the gas station located off M-59.

3. On this day in history

According to History.com, on this day in 1947, the Hughes Flying Boat — the largest aircraft ever built — was piloted by designer Howard Hughes on its first and only flight. Built with laminated birch and spruce, the massive wooden aircraft had a wingspan longer than a football field and was designed to carry more than 700 men to battle.

4. In the news

Check out today's Talk About Town. Do you think it's too early for the holiday spirit?

5.

Lakeland hosts MHSAA District play at 3 p.m. at Lakeland High School. Tickets are $5 so bring the kids and catch some volleyball action.