5 Things You Need to Know Today: July 8

It's Friday! Independence Day weekend is over, but that doesn't mean there's nothing to look forward to today, especially if you're willing to look a little ridiculous for free food.

1. For anyone (anyone?) who has a cow costume, it's a great day. Wear your costume to Chick-fil-A for a free meal in honor of Cow Appreciation Day. If you don't own a costume, get creative and make one. At the very least, dress up a little like a cow, and you'll get a free entree. The Chick-fil-A at the Stamp Student Union at the University of Maryland campus is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

2. In case you missed it, Patch reported yesterday on the  that could arise when homeless animals intercepted by city animal control are in the care of a second party, like foster care.

3. Today is Video Games day. If you're a gamer looking to celebrate, pick up some new goods at GameStop, 7300 Baltimore Ave.

4. Today's Featured Facebook page belongs to Student Entertainment Events by the University of Maryland's Campus Programming Board. The wall is used to spread the word about events happening on campus, including concerts, comedy performances, movies and so on.

5. The forecast calls for a high of 86 degrees today with a decent chance of precipitation all day. Humidity will reach 69 percent.