Five Things To Know Today, June 3

Fire Guy ("The Office," Anyone?)

Sunny skies are in the forecast to kick start the weekend, and it appears we have broken the heat wave, as temperatures will range from a high near 75 during the day and a low of 53 at night, according to the National Weather Service.

However, despite the enjoyable weather, the NWS has also issued a hazardous weather outlook for Eastern Monmouth County through Friday evening, warning of enhanced fire weather conditions due to gusty winds of up to 16 mph to the northeast, low afternoon humidities, and dry fine fuels in the area.

Monmouth Park To Be Run By NJSEA Until Bailey, Horsemen Finalize Deal

Oceanport Mayor Michael J. Mahon announced at the Oceanport council workshop meeting last night that he and workers at received a letter informing them that the racetrack will continue to be operated by NJSEA until June 30 while negotiations with and the horsemen wrap up.

Salute The Troops On Armed Forces Day At Monmouth Park Saturday

Men and women who have sacrificed their lives for our country will be honored and celebrated at at Monmouth Park Saturday afternoon. The day's activities will include a flyover and a Black Hawk Helicopter flying in, along with a surprise which promises to be worth a day at the track...

Register Now For Summer Fun

In case you missed it, June 1 marked the beginning of registration for .

It was also the first day for , so if you've got a competitive little one who loves reading, get thee to the ASAP so they can dominate and become even more precocious than they already are.

Alternatively, if you're like me and looking for a good way to get back into running, the is accepting applications for their race on June 18.

To Places We Shall Go

Have you noticed we've revamped our directory? It's now called "Places," and it allows you to search for and contribute information about well, places. Something tells me it's only a matter of time before there is "check in" capability, but for now, you can go there and rate, review and add events going on at local businesses.

Check it out, and have a safe and happy weekend, everyone!