Five Things You Need to Know Today, Feb. 8

1. Weather: Expect a partly cloudy Wednesday followed by cloudy skies at night. High temperatures could reach 38 with an overnight low of 26.

2. Work in East Arlington could affect water pressure, color: The  is flushing hydrants and checking street valves along Massachusetts Avenue in East Arlington as part of regular maintenance. During maintenance, residents may experience temporary low water pressure or discolored, rusty water. .

3. Accessory Apartments: Town officials Monday will on a proposal to change town bylaws to allows accessory apartments. Accessory units are defined as smaller second apartments within single-family homes, usually for older family members or nannies. Find out .

4. Claim your Patch listing: Are you a business owner in Arlington looking for more ways to connect with local customers? Take a minute to and find out how to do just that. It's free and it takes only five steps.

5. This day in history: On this day in 1943, Japanese troops evacuate Guadalcanal, leaving the island in Allied possession after a prolonged campaign. The American victory paved the way for other Allied wins in the Solomon Islands.