5 Things You Need to Know Today, Aug. 8

Today is Wednesday, Aug. 8. Here are five things to know today in Peabody.

1. Today's weather: Mostly sunny with a high near 84 degrees.
2. Team Ricey shirts: A team of firefighters and friends who are c are selling team tee shirts that will be worn on race day and donating the proceeds to the  at . The fund benefits the Rice family. The team is also still accepting new members who want to test their mettle in Amesbury. You can find more details at the team website.
3. Have you paid up yet so your child can ride the school bus this fall?
4. in partnership with Haven from Hunger.
5. Peach picking at is expected to start mid August and there's going to be a special peach celebration day Aug. 18 from noon to 3 p.m.