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Daily Five: Afternoon Thunderstorms Likely, But Heat and Humidity Will Stay

Five things to know for Wednesday, July 18, 2012.

 

1. What's the Weather? Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1 p.m. Some of the storms could produce gusty winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning. Increasing clouds, with a high near 89. Tonight: A chance of rain and thunderstorms. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. Courtesy of the National Weather Service.

2. Share Your Fair Memories Tomorrow, will begin the process of tearing down two iconic buildings at the Durham Fairgrounds. Patch will be there for the historic event. We'd like to know how you feel about the demolition, or maybe you've got a great story to share. Email editor Michael Hayes at michael.hayes@patch.com if you'd like to share!

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3. Red Cross Needs Blood The Red Cross is currently experiencing a shortage of over 50,000 units of blood and all blood types are needed. Please visit one of the following local blood drives to be hosted this week and save a life: 

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Zandri's Stillwood Inn

Jul 18, 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM

1074 South Colony Rd. Wallingford, CT

H. C. Wilcox Technical School

Jul 20, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

71 Melville Ave. Meriden, CT

4. Post Your Tag Sale on Patch Here's two great reasons to post your tag sale on Patch: It's totally FREE and a lot of people will see it! featuring a Bradbury upright piano.

Start uploading your tag sales here.

5. From Our Friends at Durham Park & Rec

Come and join the Durham Recreation Committee’s Durham Idol show to be hosted at Allyn Brook Park Wednesday July 25 at 5:30pm. Great Fun and talent. Bring your chair, snacks and relax and watch the show. Free..

August 8th We welcome the Karma Kings at Allyn Brook Park . The Band will start at 7:00pm

Call Durham Recreation 860-343-6724 for more information.


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