Five Things You Need To Know Today (The Hy-Five)

Thank Goodness It’s Friday! Here are some things you should know about today:

• Sorry folks, looks like it’s going to be another rainy day. The chance of rain is 50% with thunderstorms expected and a high of 86. 

• The Washington Redskins meet the Indianapolis Colts tonight in a pre-season game tonight. Have you read about , who is currently in training camp with the Colts?

• Speaking of Indianapolis, today is the 102nd anniversary of the first race that was held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, host of the infamous Indianapolis 500. Learn more about the track, the race, and other happenings in history on this day at http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.

• Weather permitting, R&B artist Blu Neffu and comedian Tracey M. Jackson will be performing in the University Town Center Plaza from 5-8pm as part of their "" free concert series. Enjoy some nice music and try out one of the many restaurants UTC has to offer or maybe see a movie.  

• Know anyone in humanitarian service? In celebration of World Humanitarian Day, give a call or shoot an email thanking them for their contributions to society; or research a cause that you can get involved with. The United Nations General Assembly designated August 19th as World Humanitarian Day in an effort to raise public awareness of humanitarian assistance.