WASP Medal Dedication, Rain Returns, Busy Hurricane Season

Good morning, College Park! Here's what's worth a look for Tuesday, August 13, 2013.

1) WEATHER » Rain will be returning to the forecast today. Expect showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. The skies will be mostly cloudy and daytime temperatures will be in the low-80s, but the 73 percent humidity will make it feel much warmer. There’s a slight chance of showers in the evening and temperatures will be in the mid-60s. Prepare for the week ahead with the Accuweather forecast.

2) PATCH TIP » Give Back By Blogging About Volunteering

3) AROUND TOWN » At 4 p.m., the College Park Aviation Museum will commemorate the donation of a Congressional Gold Medal by Elaine Harmon, one of the WWII-era Women Airforce Service Pilots. The event includes refreshments and is free with admission.

4) YOU SAID IT » "Stop teaching to the test! Teachers should be doing more creatively with students so that they will WANT to come to school. I took an early retirement for this very reason." –Commenter Chloe JonPaul responding to "Speak Out: What Changes Would You Like to See in PGCPS?"

5) ICYMI » Peak Hurricane Season Begins August 15, On Track to Be Above Normal

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