5 Things You Need to Know Today — Aug. 28, 2012

Trivia: Which recent book (available in e-book format) tells a chilling story set in Plymouth and features a cast of familiar local characters?

Yesterday's trivia answer: Yesterday's mystery photo was from the Lower Rouge Recreation Area Trail in Canton.

5. Prepare for the Great Lakes State Fair

The Great Lakes State Fair is returning to the area on Labor Day weekend, Aug. 31-Sept. 3, at the  in Novi. 

For a list of events and highlights, check here.

4. Download the Patch app on your smartphone

Have an iPhone or Android device? Download the Patch app to get the latest business listings and news on the go (software features may vary between devices). 

3. Check local traffic, gas prices on Patch

Thrown off by your commute with all the construction along Interstate 275 (particularly in Canton)? Check our Plymouth-Canton Patch Commute page to live traffic maps and up-to-the-minute gas prices. With this page, you can simultaneously avoid backups and being pinched at the pump.

2. Have produce? Why not share?

Just a little over a week left to contribute to the Community Veggie Tray. Visit the lobby of  to share and exchange your extra fruits and vegetables. It's free to participate. 

1. Plymouth-Canton Board of Education meets tonight

Plymouth-Canton's "" designated in state school report cards, will be the focus of tonight's Plymouth-Canton school board meeting, which starts at 7 p.m. at , 454 S. Harvey in downtown Plymouth.