5 Things to Know Today: Wednesday, August 24

Hurricane Irene: Gulfport Patch will keep you posted as Hurricane Irene nears the Southeast U.S. Coast. For the lastest updates, check out the National Hurricane Center's website. For local resources in Gulfport, check out our series: Hurricane Season 2011: Resources, Checklists and Breaking News.

Clymer Park Sign: There's still time for artists to submit "an entrance or artistic sign element" for Clymer Park. Sealed proposals must be turned into the City Clerk on or before Thursday, Sept. 8. For more information check out the official "Call for Artists" from the City Manager.

Volunteers Needed: The First Florida Frontiers need help with storytelling and children's activities at the City of Imagination Art Center during the 11th Annual Geckofest on Saturday, Sept. 3. Find out how you can help by clicking on the Announcement on Gulfport Patch.

Little League Needs Your Help: Gulfport Little League needs volunteers and new board members for the fall season. For more information contact Denise Lowe at (813) 325-8637 or email diazdr62@gmail.com.

Wednesday Forecast: We have a 30% chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly after noon. Otherwise, it'll be partly sunny with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 102. Expect an east northeast wind between 5 and 9 mph. Tonight, we have a 20% chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Otherwise, it'll be partly cloudy with a low around 80. East wind between 10 and 15 mph with gusts as high as 21 mph.