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Today in Dearborn: Aug. 9

Five things you need to know to start your day in Dearborn.

Ready to start your day? Here's what you need to know.

1. The overnight thunderstorms may continue until 8 a.m., according to the National Weather Service. The rest of the day promises a chance of storms and showers, plus a high temperature of 85 degrees.

2. Dearborn's Recreation Commission meets tonight at 7 p.m. at the . The meeting is open to the public, and a good place to discuss your thoughts on issues with parks, pools or other recreation activities.

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3. The Dearborn Senior Center will host Penny Bingo today starting at 10 a.m. Bring your pennies and use them to fill out your card! The Senior Center is located within the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center.  For more information, visit www.dearbornfordcenter.com/seniors.

4. The , city of Dearborn and will partner to present an emergency preparedness exercise today starting at 9 a.m. They'll demonstrate response to a bomb explosion for the public.

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5. In honor of Dearborn's automotive heritage, we bring you Ford Facts. Today's fact: According to the Wall Street Journal, Ford's sales in the U.S. climbed 8.9 percent in July. Much of this was due to high Fiesta, Escape and Explorer sales.

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