5 Things You Need to Know Today — Aug. 20, 2012

Trivia: Which current NHL coach was the first coach for the Plymouth Whalers?

Yesterday's trivia answer: 'Wagonmasters,' a 40-minute , was screened at last month's Concours d'Elegance.

5. Plymouth City Commission meets today at Kiwanis Park

The Plymouth City Commission meets at 7 p.m. tonight at . On the agenda is an update on the Michigan Municipal League annual meeting and special park rules for . Note that the meeting is outdoors. Kiwanis Park is located at Auburn and Junction.

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2. Check local traffic, gas prices on Patch

Planning your commute? Check local gas prices and traffic on the Patch Commute page.

1. Canton Township Board of Trustees has study session Tuesday

The Canton Township Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday for a study session. Study sessions are open to the public, but no voting will take place. The session begins at 7 p.m. at the , 1150 S. Canton Center Road.