Ready to start your day? Here's what you need to know.
1. Today in Dearborn will be sunny with a high of 86 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Enjoy it while you can, because a chance of thunderstorms will linger all weekend long.
2. Weather aside, there are still plenty of things to do in Dearborn this weekend. We've showcased our top picks in our –including some great events hosted by the , and more.
3. Want to learn more about Ramadan? So do we. Follow Dearborn Patch editor Jessica Carreras as she spends a day learning about the holy month by participating in its customs–from fasting to prayer service to a traditional Iftar dinner. Look for videos on Dearborn Patch all day long from this educational experience.
4. Fall is almost here, which means it's time to start thinking about football season! We'll be profiling all four Dearborn high school teams over the next month, starting today at 10 a.m. with a look at 's team, who are looking to make a comeback in 2011. Who are you rooting for?
5. In honor of Dearborn's automotive heritage, we bring you Ford Facts. Today's fact: Ford Motor Company's philanthropic funding arm, the Ford Foundation, was incorporated in 1936. In more recent years, the foundation has given millions of dollars annually to community causes in Michigan and beyond.
