Here are five things Monrovia residents need to know today.
1. Three bills authored by state Sen. Carol Liu are headed to the governor's desk. Click here to read more.
2. The Huntington Hospital is having a shortage of blood drive through Aug. 30. Click here to see the flyer for how and when you can donate.
3. Auditions for the fall season of the San Gabriel Choral Company are taking place at 6:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Monrovia. Click here for more information.
4. Do you wonder what the going rate is for babysitting? Check out this week's Smart Spending feature to find out.
5. The number of Los Angeles County children who consume sugary drinks daily is on the decline. Click here to read more.
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