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Today in Dearborn: Sept. 19

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 National Weather Service tells us that the rain we haven't missed will return on Monday with a vengeance. Showers are inevitable, with a more serious storm possible during the morning. The high will be near 68 degrees, with some strong winds.

2. Dearborn City Council meets tonight for their regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at . Watch Dearborn Patch tonight for news from the meeting.

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3. The Dearborn Public Library is hosting another free film as part of their . Tonight's selection is the 2011 film about a volunteer wrestling coach, Win Win. The showing begins at 7 p.m. in the Auditorium.

4. Today is the official International Talk Like a Pirate Day. Learn more about the day's origins on the official website, and then give us your best pirate phrase in the comments! Double points for photos posted of you wearing a pirate costume!

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5. In honor of Dearborn's automotive heritage, we bring you Facts. Today's Ford Fact: The Ford Expedition, a sport-utility vehicle with off-roading and towing capabilities, was launched in 1997 to replace the Ford Bronco.

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