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Today in Dearborn: Sept. 13

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. Though skies will stay mostly sunny tomorrow, a slight chance of thunderstorms will linger all day in Dearborn, says the National Weather Service. Expect a high temperature around 80 degrees and some gusty winds.

2. The Dearborn Recreation Commission meets tonight at the . Join the discussion and hear what the department is up to starting at 7 p.m.

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3. It's at . Stop by their Telegraph Road shop from 6 to 9 p.m. to get cheap ice cream in celebration of Stucchi's 25th anniversary.

4. Have you ever looked at the sun through a telescope? Now's your chance with Sidewalk Astronomy Day at the . Come tour the campus observatory 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and scope out the sun (weather permitting). Learn more at astronomy.umd.umich.edu.

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5. In honor of Dearborn's automotive heritage, we bring you Facts. Today's Ford Fact: While the Ford Mustang is a popular car for average drivers, it's also a well-known winner on racetracks. The car has won around 15 championships throughout the past 50 years.

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