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5 Things To Know Today: Dec. 28

Check gas prices and traffic; where to find your local forecast; take the kids to Mohr Library for some fun; today's Top 5 stories; and one year ago on JohnstonPatch: J-DAPA to the rescue.

If You're Heading Out: JohnstonPatch now has a page to help you find gas prices and traffic updates — be sure to check it out before you hit the road.

Check The Weather: You can also check the weather before you leave the house on the JohnstonPatch Weatherbug page.

Break Up The Boredom: For you and the kids, that is — hosts a New Year's craft today from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Kids can make hats, decorations, and cards to celebrate the start of 2012.

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Year In Review: Today, we take a look back at the Top 5 Sports Stories in 2011 that we covered on JohnstonPatch. ? Watch for the video at 10 a.m. to find out.

A 'New' New Year's Party: A year ago today, we reported on how the Johnston Drama and Performing Arts troupe saved the senior center's New Year's celebration, thanks to a chance encounter at, of all places, BJ's Wholesale Club.

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