5 Useful Things To Know Today: Dec. 28

1. Today very well might be the first day to feel like December all the way through. High temperatures will be around 39 degrees, and there is a 20 percent chance of precipitation. Expect clouds and wind gusts of over 20 miles-per-hour.

2. Need an activity for the kids? Take them ice skating at Cabin John Ice Arena. Parents and toddlers can skate for a low fee. Fee includes admission and skate rental.

3. boy's varsity basketball holiday tournament opens today while hosts a tournament of its own featuring schools from Montgomery and Frederick Counties.

4. In case you missed it: . Trees should be placed on the curb by 7 a.m. on the day of your regular recycling schedule.

5. On this day in history: Congress officially recognized the Pledge of Allegiance in 1945.