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Five Things to Know About Columbia 8/17

Here are a few things to consider before you start your day.

David Pecor, Neighbor
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1) The Weather

Today will be sunny, with a high near 87. North wind at 7 mph becoming south. Tonight will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 69 and a south wind around 7 mph. From the National Weather Service.

2) Local Color-Fourth Annual Juried Art Show at Artists' Gallery

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View work by artists from Howard and surrounding counties at this year’s Local Color, today at .

3) Question of the Day

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What inspires you to express your inner artist? Is it a serene landscape, a family pet or something else? Post your answer in the comments below.

4) Featured Reader Comment

“Beware of a few loud voices with an agenda. They are looking to advance their own narrow interests at the expense of the larger community. The schools are excellent and the board has done a great job. No need for a wacky exercise to pacify special interests that are not looking out for our children.” Reader ‘JH’ commenting on the article,

5) Stories You May Have Missed 8/16

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