5 Things to Know Today: Wednesday, August 31

Swing Time: Swing dance lessons begin at 6 p.m. tonight at the Gulfport Casino Ballroom with music at 8 p.m. Admission is $7 per person.

Poker Face: The Gulfport Senior Center's 2nd Annual Card & Game Party is today at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10. You can buy them online here. Admission includes door prizes, food and drink.

Geckofest: Are you ready for the 11th Annual Geckofest on Saturday, Sept. 3 at 10 a.m. in downtown Gulfport? Mark your calendars and invite your family and friends before they make weekend plans. We hope to see you there, make sure to stop by our booth and say "Hi".

Mosquito Control: Recent rains have caused an increase in the mosquito population in Pinellas County. Mosquito Control technicians are aggressively treating known breeding areas by ground and by air, as well as responding to requests from residents. Additional fogging is ongoing in these areas. For information on controlling mosquitoes and a mosquito control request form can be found at the Pinellas County Mosquito Control website or residents can call Pinellas County Mosquito Control at (727) 464-7503.

Wednesday Forecast: We have a 60% chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after noon. Otherwise, it'll be mostly cloudy with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 97. East wind between 6 and 11 mph. Tonight, we have a 20% chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Mostly cloudy with a low around 80. East wind between 9 and 13 mph.