5 Things You Need To Know Today: March 1

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1. Temperatures will stay in the mid-30s with wind gusts as high as 25 m.p.h., according to the National Weather Service. 
2. We're keeping a close eye on gas prices around Dedham as they continue to rise. Here are the latest prices, as of Monday evening:
   : $3.29
   : $3.27 (with card)
3. Hungry for some groceries today? Head to and help out at the same time. Five percent of proceeds today at the store will benefit the grassroots group.
4. Led by senior Kim Whalen and coach Don Savi, the Dedham girls basketball team will take to the hardwood tonight in Hanson in the opening round of the MIAA South Division 2 playoffs.
5. The will hold story time for children younger than 2 years old at 10:30 this morning.