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5 Things to Know Today: Oct. 4, 2011

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

1. The weather

According to the National Weather Service, we'll see sunny skies with a high near 72 degrees and a north-northwest wind between 5-7 mph.

2. Gas prices

According to DetroitGasPrices.com, the lowest reported gasoline price in the White Lake area as of Monday night was $3.26 per gallon at the gas station located at Williams Lake and Cooley Lake Roads.

3. On this day in history

According to History.com, on this day in 1957, the Soviet Union launched the world's first artificial satellite, Sputnik. This launch officially kicked off the Space Age.

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4. In the news

Check out all the fun going on at the metroparks around White Lake. Whether you're looking for spooky Halloween fun or a pumpkin hayride, the metroparks have it all.Β 

5.

Test your decorating skills with all types of tips, tools and lots of frosting at a cupcake-decorating party from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the . This event is free, but registration is required; call 248-698-4942.

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