Five Things to Know Today: Wednesday, Nov. 30

1) There's a new Florida ban on the killing of certain sharks starting Jan. 1, 2012. What do you think of the decision?

2) St. Pete Beach City Commissioner Jim Parent will be at the  today at 6:30 p.m. Come with questions that you may have on government issues.

3) Have a favorite spot on the beach? Let us know and review some of the businesses on the beach. Just go to the page where the beach is listed under Places and write a review.

4) We have Facebook and Twitter pages where you can check out all of our most recent stories about beach life, businesses and people, as well as comment and post on our wall. Check us out and like us on Facebook; follow us on Twitter.

5) Here's your Wednesday Forecast. It’s going to be partly cloudy in the morning and then sunny in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 60s with no chance of rain.